Job Information
International Rescue Committee Consultancy-Qualitative Research Facilitators in Nairobi, Kenya
Requisition ID: req52743
Job Title: Consultancy-Qualitative Research Facilitators
Sector: Economic Recovery & Livelihood
Employment Category: Consultant
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Location: Nairobi - Pangani, Kenya
Work Arrangement:
Job Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian and development agency, supporting communities in transition in 40 countries. Simultaneously a global technical leader and proven implementer, IRC has shaped youth priorities and approaches at the national level and implemented programs at the community level since its founding in 1933. IRC has worked in Kenya since 1992, implementing highly effective programs in youth livelihoods, economic development, women empowerment, integrated healthcare, and nutrition.
Background
Job Overview/Summary:
The International Rescue Committee is seeking Qualitative Research Facilitators to work in Nairobi on the second wave of the Re:BUiLD Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT). The facilitators will support the qualitative evaluation of the Wave 2 RCT intervention that will commence in July 2024. Re:BUiLD, is a five-year, multi-stakeholder urban livelihoods program implemented in Kampala and Nairobi providing livelihood interventions to urban refugees and vulnerable host community members to enhance their economic self-reliance. The facilitators will be part of the Re:BUiLD project team under the IRC for a fixed period of one month.
Qualified urban refugees from all nationalities possessing a refugee ID are strongly encouraged to apply.
Statement of work:
The qualitative facilitators will be expected to perform the following roles (not limited to):
Conduct key informant interviews with clients to learn about their experience in the program, their business, and their business habits
Translation and transcription as required by the research team.
To carry out other duties as assigned and agreed upon with the supervisor.
Qualifications
Certificate or Diploma in Social Sciences or Humanities or any other related field.
Experience in leading key informant interviews and qualitative research. Data collection experience is an added advantage
Experience working with vulnerable communities.
Strong communication and report-writing skills.
Flexible approach to the changing nature of work.
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multicultural team.
Computer skills, especially Ms. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Applicants able to communicate inSwahili, French, Oromo, Somali, Amharic, Arabic, Congolese, Rwandeseare encouraged to apply.
All applicants should haveKenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PIN.
Availability: - (1st - 30th August 2024)
Policies
Ensure compliance with organizational performance standards, code of conduct, and safeguarding policy.
Adhere to confidentiality procedures and policies when collecting, storing, and sharing data.
Deliverables:
a) Qualitative transcripts.
Applications should include:
- Cover letter containing:
Prior experience with leading qualitative research including key informant interviews
Languages spoken
CV
Copy of identification document
Copy of KRA pin
Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equity. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation and Combating Trafficking in Persons.
Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other encouraging benefits and allowances.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
Disclaimer :
Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.
