Research Assistant / Data Collectors (Gombe, Ekiti, Jigawa)

Jhpiego is conducting a mixed-methods evaluation of the Quality Improvement and Leadership Management (QILM) initiative in three Nigerian states: Jigawa, Gombe, and Ekiti. The evaluation will assess quality of care improvements in service delivery across HIV, TB, malaria, MNCH, and COVID-19 programs. The evaluation includes structured interviews, clinical observations, and stakeholder engagement using digital tools.

Jhpiego seeks experience evaluators who will served as field data collection officers residing in the above states to support 2 days of training followed by paid 10 days of fieldwork. Selected individuals will play a critical role in collecting accurate and ethical data from healthcare providers, patients, and managers.

Training and Preparation

• Attend 1 full day of training on study objectives, data tools (KoboCollect), ethical procedures, and field expectations.
• Participate in tool walkthroughs, mock interviews, and consent simulations.

Data Collection Activities

• Assignments will depend on the candidate’s background and tool needs. Each evaluator may be assigned one or more of the following:

A. Interviews (Tools 1, 2A, 3)

• Administer structured digital interviews with:
• Facility managers on infrastructure and staffing (Tool 1)
• Healthcare providers on QI knowledge and practices (Tool 2A)
• Outpatients and pregnant women (Tool 3) on their care experiences
• Manage informed consent and complete Kobo Collect forms accurately.

B. FDG/KII (Tool 4)

• Support facilitation or documentation of focus group discussions or key informant interviews with local stakeholders.
• Record (with consent), take structured notes, and submit recordings to supervisors.

Ethics and Security Responsibility

• Ensure all participants give proper verbal consent.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, especially for patient- or provider-related data.
• Handle mobile devices, recordings, and field notes securely and responsibly.

• Hold a minimum degree of HND in health, social sciences, or related field.– Essential
• Prior experience leading or supporting similar research projects is an advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in qualitative research methods and stakeholder level engagement is desirable.
• Experience in digital data collection (preferably KoboCollect)
• Possess a range of computer skills (including Word Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access), which may need to be acquired through very quick learning.
• Reside in Jigawa, Gombe, or Ekiti and be familiar with local health systems.
• Fluency in verbal, written and interpersonal communication in English.
• Fluency in any local language in the study locations (e.g. Hausa, Yoruba, Fulfulde) will be an advantage
• Excellent transcription (verbatim), note-taking and report writing skills.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Deliverables

• Fully completed digital data entries (KoboCollect) for all assigned tools
• Accurate field logs and daily summaries
• Audio recordings (where applicable) and field notes submitted securely
• Ability to travel 25% of time.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers

Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume, and references.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

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