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• Work
  in liaison with the Study Coordinator in identifying, tracking, and
  scheduling interviews for all potential study participants.
• Screen
  and recruit qualitative interview and focus group participants through phone
  calls, home visits, and attendance at health campaigns
• The
  incumbent will recruit and obtain informed consent from all potential
  study participants.
• Explain
  to the consenting participants, the procedures for data collection.

• Collect
  qualitative data through the use of focus groups, interviews and
  other qualitative data collection methods.
• Ensure
  quality field collected qualitative data including the completeness of
  data, recordings, and field notes.
• The
  incumbent will transcribe and translate (into English), interviews
  and focus group discussions conducted in the local languages
• Carry
  out qualitative data analysis including thematic coding of data through
  the use of qualitative software such as Atlas.ti, Nvivo, and/or Dedoose.

• Participate
  in community sensitisation and stakeholders consultative meetings as
  needed
• Maintain
  positive relationships with community members.

• Attend
  and participate in team meetings and trainings, including qualitative data
  analysis and coding workgroups.
• Support
  and provide administrative assistance to the Qualitative Coordinator as
  needed
• Follow-up
  with study participants who are not available at the time of the visit.
• Generate
  and maintain a daily summary report for the assigned participants,
  including participants visited, consents obtained, interviews completed,
  and any other important information about study progress.
• Maintain
  confidentiality of all study procedures.
• Adhere
  to professional code of conduct and research ethics.
• Manage
  and account for allocated resources in the field.

• The
  ideal candidate should preferably hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities
  or preferably a Health related field
• One year of relevant post-qualification experience in one of the research
  projects within IDRC.
• Good
  Clinical Practice (GCLP) certification would be an added advantage
  Prior Work
• Candidates
  with a Research background are strongly encouraged to apply
• Prior
  qualitative research experience (collecting data through key
  informant interviews, focus groups, and observations) is a must.
• Prior
  experience in administering informed consent form, conducting field data
  collection and transcribing/translating materials to English and
  local languages is required
• Ability
  to work under stringent deadlines, independently with minimal supervision
• Strong
  work ethic and sense of responsibility is required.
• Good
  interviewing and data collection skills
• Individuals
  with a valid motorcycle-riding license are encouraged to apply
• Excellent
  interpersonal and communication skills:
• Maintain frequent contact using cell
  phone, email, and Skype
• Diplomatic with strong leadership skills.
• Organized
  and keen to detail
• Enthusiasm
  for community-based development work
• Natural
  ability to multitask, problem solve, and work with others to resolve
  challenges
• Competent
  with computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs
  (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet-based applications
• Interest
  in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive
  travel to rural sites
• Must
  be fluent in Lusoga/Lugwere; additional languages a plus.

• A
  typed cover letter, a current CV with your email address and a telephone
  number
• At
  least two letters of recommendation from IDRC supervisors
• Academic
  certificates, copies of relevant certificates (including GCP)
• Names
  and telephone contacts of at least 3 referees

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