Research Consultant at Sense International

Research objective

The objective of the assignment is to determine the extent to which Youth with Disabilities (YwD) are excluded from social, economic and political structures and processes in Nairobi County. The findings will provide evidence to enhance inclusion and participation of YwD in society.

Expected Roles of the Research Consultant

• Undertake a comprehensive desk review related to the research topic.
• Provide guidance in the mapping out of research respondents
• Lead the preparation of the research tools with support from the project team.
• Undertake a comprehensive data collection from the respondents using Participatory Action Research (PAR) methods
• Train the research assistants on the entire research process
• Provide analysis of key findings in line with data collected
• Prepare and present a comprehensive report, presenting the main findings and suggesting appropriate recommendations for further consideration.
• Prepare the research report for peer reviewing and publishing

Expected deliverables

The research will have the following deliverables:

• A preliminary report covering literature review, outlining study objective and detailed research methodology and tools which will then approved by the project team
• Hard and soft copies of all source materials used to inform the report as well as other materials relevant to the research.
• A draft research report for review
• Prepare presentations and disseminate research findings to relevant stakeholders
• A comprehensive research report (hard and soft copies) with the format agreed between the researcher and the project team

Requirements

The research consultant/team should fulfill the following criteria:

• A Master’s Degree in any social sciences or any other related field
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in conducting social research (evidence required) with demonstrated evidence of research publication
• Demonstrated experience in carrying out Participatory Action Research (please provide an example of related work done previously)
• Experience and expertise working with persons with disabilities will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Swahili languages
• Good listening and communication skills, respect for diversity and willingness to travel different parts of Nairobi including slum areas

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