- Company: Malaria Consortium
- Location: Kanke, Pankshin, Langtang North – Plateau
- Job type: Contract
- Deadline: 4 November 2026
About the role
Malaria Consortium is conducting an embedded implementation research study in Kogi, Plateau, and Sokoto States. The study assesses approaches for linking routine immunization (RI) activities with Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) delivery. We are seeking Note Takers to support the qualitative component of this research in Kanke, Pankshin, and Langtang North in Plateau State.
Note Takers will work under the technical supervision of the Lead Qualitative Research Consultant. This role involves documenting sessions and supporting debriefs as part of the approved qualitative fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Record key points, significant statements, emerging issues, and contextual information during interviews and focus group discussions.
- Document relevant non-verbal observations, such as participant interactions, pauses, emotional reactions, and group dynamics.
- Record session details including date, location, identification codes, and duration.
- Review and complete field notes immediately after each session in consultation with the moderator.
- Participate in post-session debriefings to identify emerging themes and potential gaps.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure notes do not contain unnecessary personally identifying information.
- Securely store and transfer field notes in accordance with study data management procedures.
- Report any technical, logistical, ethical, or participant-related issues to the qualitative research supervisor.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Public Health, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, or a related discipline.
- At least one year of experience supporting qualitative research, including FGDs, KIIs, or field data collection.
- Demonstrated ability to take accurate, organized, and timely field notes.
- Good understanding of research ethics, informed consent, confidentiality, and secure data handling.
- Good communication, listening, observation, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in English and relevant local languages spoken in Plateau State.
- Knowledge of SMC, routine immunization, or community health programmes is desirable.
- Resident in the LGA of assignment and available to travel to selected study sites.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the link below. Please submit your resume in PDF format before 5:00 PM on Thursday, 4th November 2026.
Safeguarding Requirement: Candidates must complete the Malaria Consortium Safeguarding Course on Kaya using the provided link. You will be mandated to submit the certificate at the point of engagement. Only candidates who provide a valid certificate will proceed with the engagement process.
Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so the process may conclude before the advertised deadline. Early applications are highly encouraged. Malaria Consortium does not accept or ask for payment during recruitment.
