- Company: Malaria Consortium
- Location: Plateau State, Nigeria
- Job type: Full-time
- 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 (RA) in Plateau to support the qualitative component of this approved study.
The RA will work under the day-to-day technical direction of the Lead Qualitative Research Consultant. This position is full-time and focused on state-level coordination, recruitment, and field logistics.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate participant identification, recruitment, and scheduling for qualitative data collection in Plateau State.
- Liaise with state, LGA, and community contacts to arrange access and private venues for Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs).
- Screen eligible participants against approved criteria and document informed consent.
- Maintain a rolling recruitment and fieldwork tracker, flagging any under-represented groups or emerging gaps.
- Support transcription and translation coordination as assigned.
- Securely label, organize, and transfer field notes, audio, and consent records through approved systems.
- Prepare a concise state-level completion report and hand over all assigned records to the Lead Consultant.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in public health, epidemiology, social/behavioural sciences, implementation science, or a related discipline.
- At least three years of relevant qualitative public-health research or field coordination experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of informed consent, confidentiality, safeguarding, and secure file handling.
- Knowledge of SMC, routine immunization, or primary healthcare (PHC) delivery is desirable.
- Proficiency in English and relevant local languages in Plateau State.
- Resident in Plateau State (applicants from Kanke, Pankshin, or Langtang North are encouraged to apply) and available to travel to selected LGAs.
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.
Important: Candidates must complete the Malaria Consortium Safeguarding Course on Kaya and submit the certificate at the point of engagement. Only candidates with a valid certificate will proceed. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is highly encouraged.
