Field Researchers

The Aga Khan Health Service Pakistan

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Posted date	27th January, 2023	Last date to apply	5th February, 2023
Country	Pakistan	Locations	Gilgit, Chitral
Category	Research
Type	Full Time	Positions	4
Experience	1 years
Status	Closed

AKHS, P is looking dynamic young professionals for the position of Field Researchers with skills in field-based data collection and management. The positions are for Gilgit and Chitral Regions.

The incumbent will see overall responsibility for all Health Promoters, Nurses’ and Psychologists patient data pertaining to the study.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring that all data collected by Health Promoters, nurses, and psychologists in the assigned area is accurate, complete, and submitted on time to the data collector. This will include:
Trouble shooting issues related to the use of the electronic data tools
Resolving administrative issues such as availability of phones, data packages etc
Responsible for processing the data and submitting to the Study Data Lead on time and in the form requested
Responsible for assigned fidelity related observations of patient work by Health Promoters and Nurses and filling the appropriate fidelity checklists
Will carry out all focus group discussions and interviews according to the project calendar and requirements and make available audio recordings of these in a timely manner ensuring that study protocols for confidentiality and ethical data transfer are strictly maintained
Liaison with stakeholders in the area to arrange focus group discussions, interviews, and project events where necessary pertaining to the study
Will maintain lists of all active Health Promoters, number of sessions completed by Health Promoter, number of attendees per session
Will ensure that monthly supervision meetings between nurses and health promoters take place and meetings are recorded and observed as per the study protocol and plan
The staff member is expected to maintain utmost confidentiality and ethical conduct, secure consent and follow study procedures and protocols in their true spirit

Education, Experience & Competencies

At least a bachelor’s degree. Master’s Preferred. With field of study related to the social sciences, data sciences, or research will be preferred although not necessary
1-2 years of experience working with reputable institutions carrying out studies, field data collection including quantitative and qualitative data collection and research
Excellent knowledge of GB and Chitral and the cultural and social context of the region
Well versed with the landscape of GB, and able to effectively communicate with stakeholders from the region.
Excellent interpersonal & communication skills and teamwork ability
Basic data management skills

AKHS is committed to reducing our impact on climate and the environment and have set ourselves the goal of striving for net-zero carbon operations by 2030. All staff is expected to take part in making this a reality. The Field Researcher accompanied with his/her Line Manager is expected to identify and understand which aspects of his/her work have most impact on the environment, and define tasks, work, and personal goals within his/her work plan to reduce these impacts and bring AKHS closer to net zero.

Interested candidates meeting the criteria can apply latest by February 5, 2023

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