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Post-Doctoral Research Scientist (SRMNCAH) [Nairobi]
POSTED BY: Africa Population and Health Research Center
REF:APHRC 196
Date Published:Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Date of Expiration:Monday, September 4, 2023 EXPIRED
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| LOCATION OF THIS JOB |
 Kenya | NAIROBI in Kenya |
| INDUSTRY |
| Research & Development
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| JOB TYPE |
| Full-Time |
| MAIN JOB DESCRIPTION |
ABOUT
The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a leading Africa-based, African-led, international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. APHRC conducts policy-relevant research on population, health, education, urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
APHRC seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Research Scientist to work in a nationwide incidence of abortion study in Kenya within the Health and Wellbeing (HaW) Theme.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Working with the project team to ensure the successful implementation of the Kenya Abortion Survey;
2. and other assigned projects;
3. Coordinate the Kenya Abortion Survey project activities, including planning and supporting training, data collection, analysis, and reporting;
4. Oversee/lead the development of field and training manuals;
5. Oversee the review and translation of research tools;
6. Oversee fieldwork of the proposed research project to ensure the timely implementation of field activities;
7. Support proposal writing and other fundraising activities within the Unit;
8. Ensure ethical approvals and research permits are obtained;
9. Oversee data cleaning and analysis;
10. Lead the development of project reports;
11. Participate in the dissemination of research findings and policy dialogue with appropriate audiences;
12. Monitor project budgets and expenditure;
13. Prepare project progress reports; and
14. Lead and contribute to the development of manuscripts on abortion from this study and other topics within APHRC.
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| REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB |
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE
1. PhD in Public Health, Community Health, or any related field with a specialization/focus on sexual, reproductive, maternal, and adolescent health and abortion research in Africa.
2. At least one year of post-doctoral research experience conducting research on sexual and reproductive health, especially on abortion, in Africa.
3. Demonstrated experience in managing research projects.
4. Skills in quantitative and qualitative methods, including experience in data analysis with familiarity in Stata.
5. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work independently in a team.
6. Extensive experience and expertise working in abortion research (both quantitative and qualitative) and abortion policy in Africa.
7. At least four years working and engaging with stakeholders on the topic of abortion, and with knowledge of the post-abortion care landscape.
8. Demonstrable ability to write and publish scientific papers based on one’s publication history on sexual and reproductive health and/or abortion.
HOW TO APPLY
This position is classified under Internationally Recruited Positions (IRP), Grade VI in our scales.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application in English, and include:
1. A letter of application;
2. A statement of research interests and goals (1-2 pages); and
3. CV with contact details of three referees
through our recruitment portal https://aphrc.org/vacancies/. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to have a Police Clearance Certificate. Cover letters should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi
Website: www.aphrc.org
APHRC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of vulnerable persons
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