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Keyword

Location

Consultant Field Enumerators (3 months contract)

Entity

Institute for Human Development

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous and self-governing international university, with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries over three continents. An integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in multiple health science and social science disciplines, carries out research pertinent primarily to low- and middle-income countries and operates 7 hospitals (soon 8) and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards. It has almost 2,500 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As a leading international institution dedicated to excellence and change, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact and access.

The Institute for Human Development (IHD) is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge with direct relevance for policies, programs, and practices that enhance life experiences at all stages of human development.  In its foundational years, the Institute seeks particularly to become a visible instrumental force, locally as well as globally, for advancing knowledge about the earliest years of children’s development and for harnessing such knowledge for the purpose of shaping policies and interventions that ensure a strong start in life for all children wherever they may live. ​​​​

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The purpose of this role is to support data collection processes for the Early Childhood Development in Nairobi City County baseline study.

Responsibilities
  • Familiarize with data collection tools, consenting processes, and protocols. 
  • Assist in translation of study tools from English/Swahili to local language.
  • Support with community engagement processes.
  • Introduce participants to the study and conduct the consent process.
  • Conduct data collection activities as per the outlined protocols. 
  • Ensure proper storage of study documents/ samples.
  • Documentation of all field implementation and community engagement process including keeping accurate records and raw data.
  • Provide regular updates on progress, challenges, and submit timely reports on data collection activities. 

Requirements

Relevant Qualifications
  • A Degree/Diploma in Social Science, Economic or any other related field.
  • Proficiency in use of smart phone/tablet /computer is required.
  • Familiarity with research ethics.
  • Ability to work within tight schedules under minimal supervision.
  • Should be fluent in English/Swahili and the community local languages.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

To Apply

​Application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, should be sent to the Manager, Recruitment, Aga Khan University via the email:  hr.universityke@aku.edu 

Please quote the position title on the email subject.  

Applications should be submitted latest by August 28, 2024