Job Responsibilities
Get familiar with data collection tools and study protocol
Attend study orientation and data collection training
Conduct data collection of assessment of quality of RMNCH+A care in selected facilities in Kenya, including but not limited with following:
Direct observation on the care and/or observation on simulated clinical case scenarios
Provider interviews and skills assessment
Patient interviews
Medical documentation and statistical report reviews
Review of medical infrastructure and inventory
Conduct standard data quality procedures
Ensure confidentiality and protection of human subjects through implementation of all ethical procedures considered by the study protocol
Work collaboratively with assessment coordinator and data collection team
Review filled data collection tools to ensure completion and quality of data
Pass numbered and filled questionnaires to assessment coordinator after completion of the data collection in each site
Provide guidance and clarifications to data entry team regarding collected data as needed
Job Requirements
Clinical content expertise and at least 5 years work experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology and/or Pediatrics
RMNCH technical content expertise, including knowledge of updated evidence-based recommendations (e.g. WHO) in the area of RMNCH is required
Ability and willingness to travel for 2 to 3 weeks on the field
Strong time management and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work well independently and in teams
Track record of being able to produce work in a timely manner with flexibility when necessary to adapt to changing work conditions
Experience working with mid-to-low resource countries on similar assignments, including data collection and analysis in the area of RMNCH
Fluency in English is required
Exposure to improvement concepts and tools are helpful
Desired Experience and Qualifications:
Experience in assessing quality of RMNCH services in Kenya or other EPCMD country is highly preferred
Strong knowledge of global development strategies and monitoring frameworks in the area of RMNCH is highly preferred
Exposure to improvement concepts and tools
