Quantitative Field Interviewers

Duties and Responsibilities

• Mobilize study participants in accordance with predefined criteria outlined in the study Guidelines.
• Conduct quantitative in-person interviews with study participants following the provided questionnaire and protocols
• Ensure accurate and complete data collection during interviews, paying attention to detail and maintaining confidentiality
• Edit and submit collected data for daily cross-checking and verification by the designated team leader
• Fill in and submit daily field reports/timesheets accurately and in a timely manner
• Attend all scheduled training sessions and progress meetings as required by the project team
• Maintain the safety and responsible handling of all study tools and equipment provided for the interviews
• Assist the research team in other project-related activities as needed
• Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor to further the project’s objectives

Minimum qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C Plain or equivalent
• Proficient in English, Kiswahili and local languages (Rendile/Borana/Somali/Dholuo (verbal and written))
• Experience in electronic data collection methods like SurveyCTO or Open Data Kit (ODK) is highly desirable
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both spoken and written
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating reliability and accountability
• Must be a resident of Homa Bay or Isiolo Counties
• Ability to adhere to protocols and guidelines for data collection, ensuring ethical conduct throughout the research process
• Previous experience in conducting quantitative interviews

Qualitative Field Interviewers

Duties and Responsibilities

• Moderate/ facilitate qualitative interviews with various stakeholders at county and Community levels
• Record interviews, take notes and compile comprehensive qualitative interview debriefing notes
• Hold debrief discussions and exploration of ideas between the interviewers and the investigators
• Prepare data collection progress updates and reports
• Any other related activities assigned by the supervisor and project manager

Minimum qualifications

• Holder of a bachelor’s degree preferably in Early Childhood Development or any relevant discipline
• Previous experience conducting qualitative interviews
• Proficient in English, Kiswahili and local languages (Rendile/Borana/Somali/Dholuo (verbal and written))
• Excellent communication and interpersonal
• Should be available to provide any clarification on the translation when needed to do so
• Must be a resident of one of the study counties (Homa Bay or Isiolo counties)