Qualitative Research Assistant

Key Deliverables

Functional
(1) Overall inputs on project
(i) Provide inputs to understand the local context relevant to the project
(ii) Co-ordinate with local stakeholders, health workers and village leaders
(iii) Maintain detailed log of field work and provide weekly reports.
(iv) Assist the team in providing deliverables
(2) Data collection:
(i) Conducting interviews with the key informants, and other participants
(ii) Conducting FGD in the community including required preparatory work
(iii) Transcribing and translating data from local language to English.
(iv) Responsible for the quality and reliability of the data collected.
V) Assist in data analysis
(3) Other conditions:
(i) The above-mentioned activities would require travel and stay in the study sites
(ii) Any other project or institution related activities as may be assigned from time to time by the principal investigator or immediate supervisor.
Liaison Requirement
(1) Liaison at the local level to ensure smooth implementation of the program
(2) Liaison with health workers, village/community leaders to ensure quality and timely completion of work.
Operational Requirements:
i) Coordinate regarding travel and accommodation of the team during data collection or for other field activities as and when required
ii) Prepare field plans and budget for data collection
Data/Documentation:
i) Maintain detailed log of field work and provide weekly reports.
ii) Conduct data collection and upload the data whenever required
Report Writing/Updates
Provide regular updates to immediate supervisor and assist in report writing if required
Qualification
General requirements
Graduate/diploma/Post graduate degree in Nursing/Public Health/Allied Health/Social Sciences/Anthropology or other health related disciplines.
Language Requirements
Fluency in Khasi/Jaintia and English is essential.
Knowledge of another local language is an asset