Field Assistants( Data Collection) - Kisii - 10 Posts at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain informed consent from participants before they enter the study.
• Administer the household survey questionnaire and ensure that data is recorded accurately and without bias
• Adhere to the study protocol, including maintaining ethical standards such as confidentiality, respect for participants, and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain open communication with participants to address any questions or concerns
• Participate in daily debrief meetings with the supervisor
• Ensure the safety and responsible handling of all study tools and equipment provided.
• Promptly communicate any challenges, irregularities, or issues encountered in the field to the research team.
• Assist the research team in other project-related activities.

Vacancy Requirements:

• A minimum of KCSE or an equivalent qualification    Mandatory
• Strong communication skills    Mandatory
• Ability to work independently    Mandatory
• Experience in collecting quantitative data    Mandatory
• Knowledge of research ethics and good clinical practice    Mandatory
• Willingness to live in Kisii County and travel extensively within the area    Mandatory
• Communication and reporting skills    Mandatory
• Problem-solving skills    Mandatory
• Community engagement and outreach activities    Mandatory
• Knowledge of Smartphone-based data collection applications will be an added advantage    Added Advantage