Research Assistant- Nairobi Research Assistant- Kiambu Research Assistant- Machakos Research Assistant- Kisumu Research Assistant- Busia

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducting qualitative and quantitative data collection in accordance with established research methodologies.
Conducting interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys with project beneficiaries and stakeholders.
Transcribing qualitative data accurately and efficiently.
Organizing and managing collected data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Attend training workshop for Research Assistants
Maintaining clear and organized documentation of all research activities.
Participate in de-brief meetings after data collection.
Protect all project equipment and ensure that they are all safe and accounted for
Perform any other duties assigned by Research supervisor.

Qualifications and Skills

University degree in Social Science or any relevant degree
Proven experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative data collection for research projects.
Have experience of carrying out In-depth Interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGD)
Proficiency in transcription techniques
Good written and oral communication in English and Kiswahili.
Proficiency in local languages will be an added advantage
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Have previous experience using KOBO collect and Microsoft Office Suit (Microsoft Word and excel)
Must be a local from the survey areas i.e., Kiambu (Limuru), Nairobi (Kamkunji), Machakos (Kangundo), Kisumu (Kisumu West) and Busia (Teso North/Matayos)

Terms of Engagement:

Successful candidates will be engaged in short term contract during end of project evaluation.

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If you are a professional with a passion for research and meet the outlined qualifications, send your application letter, CV and relevant copies of academic certificates to icsro@icsafrica.org . Application deadline is 22nd August 2023.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please indicate the position and location (Nairobi or Kisumu or Busia) you are applying for as the subject of your email.

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icsro@icsafrica.org