Recruitment Description/ Key Accountabilities

Qualifications and Skills

Core Responsibilities  

Participate in data collection training

Read and understand the study protocol, data collection tools, and standard operating procedures

Verify the eligibility of all study participants

Complete the registration form for all eligible study participants

Obtain informed consent from study participants following ethical procedures and standards

Conduct surveys and in-depth interviews with CHWs, supervisors, community leaders, and key informants at district, provincial, and national levels.

Record in-depth interviews using a digital audio recorder

Listen and transcribe the audio of the interviews using interviews

Review, verify, and make necessary corrections to the transcriptions

Provide daily updates on data collection progress to the principal investigators using standard reporting forms

Maintain the confidentiality of the information collected

Communicate as needed and regularly with the principal investigators to address challenges that may arise and inform the need for additional equipment and/or supplies.

Carry out study activities in accordance with study procedures.

Take ethical aspects into account when performing your duties, maintaining professional secrecy, and guaranteeing the confidentiality and privacy of the information to which you have access

Perform other job-related duties as required

What We Value  

A degree in a social or biomedical field (anthropology, sociology, biology, medicine, psychology, among other related areas)

A minimum of 2 years of experience in quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods research

Fluency in Portuguese and local languages in Inhambane, Maputo, and Sofala required

Experience with data collection with a focus on conducting in-depth interviews and surveys

Previous experience working in public health or policy research is preferred  

Previous experience in community health preferred

Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment  

Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Previous experience using Open Data Kit (ODK) software for data collection is highly desired

What We Offer  

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.