Research Assistants

Minimum Qualifications:

•  University degree/diploma in social sciences, or related area of study
  
• At least 3 years’ relevant work experience, with data collection 
  
• Proficient with computer technology and Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Word, and commcare data collection software 
  
• Strong oral and written communication skill 
  
• Strong organizational, and interpersonal skills 
  
• Fluency in English, Kakwa, Aringa is a must. 
  
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision while being a strong team player.
  

Specific Responsibilities

Data collection Support

•  Maintain privacy and confidentiality of study participants and of the data collected.
  
• Support in the preparation of logistics and other requirements for data collection. 
  
• Attend the weekly debriefs with the research team to monitor progress 
  
• Compile weekly reports to the research officer. 
  
• Conduct in-depth interviews with clients to determine their experience as program beneficiary clients.
  
• Transcribe the recorded interviews without changing meaning.
  
• Assist in collecting data, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
  
• Ensuring that completed questionnaires are uploaded to the online server.
  
• Keeping safe custody of all study properties and ensuring that the tablets are well charged before the field and are well protected.
  
•  and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.
  
•  Prepare and share weekly reports and summaries with the research Officer.