- Company: Malaria Consortium
- Location: Kogi State, Nigeria
- Job type: Contract
- Deadline: 4 November 2026
About the role
Malaria Consortium is implementing 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 a state-based Research Assistant to support the qualitative component of this study in Kogi State.
The Research Assistant will work under the day-to-day technical direction of the Lead Qualitative Research Consultant. This role focuses on coordinating recruitment, scheduling, field logistics, and quality monitoring for approved qualitative fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Review the approved protocol, respondent guides, and state-specific field schedules.
- Prepare and maintain a state-level workplan and daily schedule.
- Liaise with state, LGA, and community contacts to arrange access and venues.
- Screen and recruit eligible participants against approved criteria.
- Coordinate the implementation of the MC-approved sampling and recruitment plan.
- Facilitate or assist with Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) as assigned.
- Maintain a rolling recruitment and fieldwork tracker.
- Securely label, organize, and transfer field notes, audio, and consent records through MC-approved systems.
- Prepare a concise state-level completion report and outstanding-issues log.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Social/Behavioural Sciences, Implementation Science, Health Services Research, or a related discipline.
- At least three years of relevant qualitative public-health research or field coordination experience.
- Experience with FGDs, KIIs, recruitment, note-taking, and interviewing.
- Demonstrated understanding of informed consent, confidentiality, safeguarding, and secure file handling.
- Knowledge of SMC, routine immunization, PHC, or community health delivery is desirable.
- Proficiency in English and relevant local languages in Kogi State.
- Resident in Kogi State (specifically Kogi, Ibaji, or Olamaboro Kanke LGAs are encouraged) and available to travel to selected LGAs.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the link below. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are highly encouraged.
Note: Candidates must complete the Malaria Consortium Safeguarding Course on Kaya and submit the certificate at the point of engagement. Only candidates who provide a valid certificate will proceed with the engagement process. Malaria Consortium does not accept payment during recruitment or hardcopy CVs.
