Research Supervisors: Short Term
Position for Baseline Data Collection
Position Type: Temporary.
Positions Available: 5
Locations: Misungwi, Mwanza
Introduction:
CUHAS-Bugando in collaboration with Mwanza
Region and Misungwi District Health Management Teams, and in partnership with
University of Calgary (UofC), Agriteam Canada, Save the Mothers (STM), the
Canadian Pediatric Society (CPS) and Mbarara University of Science and
Technology (MUST) are planning to conduct a Household Survey as part of its
baseline assessment in Mama na Mtoto (MnM) project.
This is one of the initiatives supported
through the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD)/Global
Affairs Canada’s (GAC) Partnerships for Strengthening MNCH (PS-MNCH) program.
The project’s goal is to contribute to
reductions in maternal and child mortality in Mwanza region. The project is
complemented by an implementation research initiative which is supported
through the International Development Research Centre’s (IDRC)- Innovating for
Maternal and Child Health in Africa (IMCHA) program.
Terms of
Reference: CUHAS
is conducting a household rural survey and is seeking Research Supervisors to
join the research team to conduct household interviews in rural areas using
tablet computers. The hiring process will consist of a computer-based test,
personal interview with a selection committee.
Based on the results of a computer-based test
and an in-person interview, eligible applicants will be invited to attend a
pre-survey training beginning in late August. Individuals will not be considered
for hiring until after they have successfully completed the scheduled training.
Data collection will begin early in September and will last for an estimated three
to four weeks.
Supervisors will supervise 5-6 Research
Assistants who are collecting household survey data. Working from rural areas, supervisors will
ensure that RA’s are collecting accurate and complete data and in a timely and
efficient fashion. RA’s will review
collected data, maintain accurate lists of households surveyed or yet to be
surveyed, preform spot checks on research assistants and ensure that research
equipment is functioning (i.e. tablets charge and ready to go each morning) and
stored safely. Research supervisors will work closely with the research
coordination team. The position of
supervisor is a demanding position of leadership that requires maturity, good
organization skills, an ability to work as a team and trouble shoot as
required.
Source::: MKAGUZI BLOG
Qualifications
& Job descriptions:
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Must have a bachelor’s degree from a formally recognized university.
Diploma holders with at least one-year field research experience may apply.
·
Must have proficient computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft
Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with tablet computer or
smartphone applications is an asset
·
Prior experience with data collection is an added asset
·
Demonstrated accurate and efficient data entry using computers is
considered an asset
·
Must be physically fit and willing and able to walk long distances,
carrying a back-pack of research items.
·
Must be comfortable and willing to work in rural areas and be sensitive
to the confidentiality and privacy of rural communities; prior experience
working in rural areas is an asset
·
Must be fluent in Swahili and English with excellent communication skills
in both languages. Fluency in Sukuma will be an added advantage.
·
Must be flexible. The Candidate may be required to work long hours,
holidays and weekends at times where necessary
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Observe interviewer’s administering questionnaire (discreetly), and
rotate between RAs to continue observations regularly throughout the survey.
·
Review all interview tools for quality every evening and discuss data
quality issues with research assistants as soon as they are noted.
·
Review ‘Other’ responses and re-categorize if applicable, daily.
Supervisors will keep a tally of interviews completed and ensure that timelines
are met.
·
Organize all interview tools by village into folders and ensure that
completed tools and other research equipment are kept in a secure area.
·
Monitor for falsification of data
·
Manage a team of five to six research assistants; assist with any difficulties
and address issues that arise within the team or between teams (i.e. illness,
injury, inadequate performance etc)
·
Record problems and report to the research coordination team.
·
Report sick or malnourished children to health centre staff
·
Submit all tools at the end of each week to research coordination team
(NOTE: the week’s work is not considered complete until these tools are
submitted
Candidates should include in their
application, contact information (day phone and email preferred) for two
references, which may be academic or professional.
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How to apply: Interested candidates should send
their applications by hand to Bugando Building Complex 4th floor
room D406 or by email to the Mama na Mtoto (MnM) Project Coordinator: lyneamour@gmail.com AND Principal
Investigator (PI): magonza@bugando.ac.tz.
Please ensure your cover letter (hand written)
and CV directly addresses each of the above qualifications.
Please note that, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Closing date will be 16th August, 2016 4pm.
Source::: MKAGUZI BLOG