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Research Assistants – Migori – 5 Posts

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement research protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Recruit participants at schools and obtain informed consent from adolescents and caregivers.
• Conduct follow-ups with participants via phone or in person.
• Perform participant screening, quantitative interviews (using REDCap), and in-depth interviews.
• Collect, abstract, and manage data (e.g., report cards, anthropometric measurements).
• Ensure accurate data entry in collaboration with the Data Manager and Study Coordinator.
• Maintain detailed records of research activities.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in Social Sciences, Public Health, Counseling, Community Development, or related fields.    Mandatory
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and data entry. Experience with REDCap is essential.    Mandatory
• Experience in motorcycle riding and maintenance.    Mandatory
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork capabilities.    Mandatory
• Experience working with adolescents.    Mandatory
• Knowledge of nutrition and agriculture is an advantage.    Added Advantage
• Familiarity with the local community and geography.    Mandatory

Study Administrator – Finance/Operations – Migori

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage petty cash, process vouchers, and reconcile bank transactions using QuickBooks.
• Prepare donor financial reports, budget vs expenditure reports, and cash flow projections.
• Oversee procurement plans and vendor management.
• Assist in training logistics, conferences, and transport scheduling.
• Review and approve operational invoices.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent.    Mandatory
• CPA II certification or equivalent.    Mandatory
• Strong organizational and time management skills.    Mandatory
• Ability to analyze data and prepare detailed reports.    Mandatory
• High integrity and ethical governance.    Mandatory
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.    Mandatory

Lay Mental Health Workers – Migori – 2 Posts

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct community outreach and provide psychosocial support to adolescents and their caregivers.
• Facilitate workshops on relationship building, communication, and stress management.
• Deliver culturally sensitive mental health guidance.
• Collect data to evaluate the project’s mental health components.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Certificate in Social Sciences, Counseling, Community Health, or related fields.    Mandatory
• Training in mental health or counseling is an advantage.    Added Advantage
• Experience in community-based programs or youth engagement is desirable.    Mandatory
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.    Mandatory
• Knowledge of mental health principles and HIV prevention services.    Mandatory
• Empathy and ability to connect with diverse individuals.    Mandatory

Driver – Migori

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct community outreach and provide psychosocial support to adolescents and their caregivers.
• Facilitate workshops on relationship building, communication, and stress management.
• Deliver culturally sensitive mental health guidance.
• Collect data to evaluate the project’s mental health components.

Vacancy Requirements:

• O-Level Certificate.    Mandatory
• Valid Driving License (Class BCE).    Mandatory
• Certificate in Defensive Driving (advantageous).    Added Advantage
• At least 3 years of experience as a driver.    Mandatory
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork.    Mandatory
• Knowledge of HIV prevention and reproductive health is an advantage.    Added Advantage

Method of Application

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• Research Assistants – Migori – 5 Posts
• Study Administrator – Finance/Operations – Migori
• Lay Mental Health Workers – Migori – 2 Posts
• Driver – Migori