Consultancy to Conduct Avatar-Based Interviews at African Population And Health Research Center (APHRC)

Scope of Work

The selected firm will be responsible for:

Developing Avatar-Based Interview Protocols:

• Designing and programming avatars to conduct semi-structured interviews.
• Ensuring avatars can simulate human interviewers effectively.

Interview Execution:

• Conducting interviews with journal editors in Nigeria and Ethiopia using video avatars.
• Ensuring interviews cover all necessary questions to clarify issues identified in the initial survey.

Data Management and Analysis:

• Collecting and securely storing interview data.
• Analyzing data to identify key themes and insights.

Reporting:

• Preparing a detailed report summarizing the findings from the interviews.
• Highlighting key issues, constraints, and recommendations for improving journal visibility and functionality.

Deliverables

The selected firm will be expected to deliver:

• Avatar Interview Protocols: Detailed documentation of the interview protocols and avatar scripts.
• Interview Data: Raw and processed data from all conducted interviews.
• Final Report: A comprehensive report on the findings, including thematic analysis and actionable recommendations.

Duration and Timeline

The project is expected to take a maximum of two months from the date of contract signing. Key milestones include:

• Month 1: Development of interview protocols and avatar programming and conducting interviews and initial data analysis.
• Month 2: Final data analysis and report preparation.

Qualifications and Experience

The selected firm must demonstrate:

• Experience in developing and deploying video avatar technology for interviews.
• Expertise in qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis.
• Previous work with research institutions or academic journals is preferred.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.