Qualitative Field Interviewers at APHRC – 66 Vacancies Across Kenya – May–June 2025

Qualitative Field Interviewers at APHRC – 66 Vacancies Across Kenya – May–June 2025

ESSENTIAL JOB DETAILS

• Position: Qualitative Field Interviewers (66 Positions)

• Location: Garissa, Kisumu, Makueni, Marsabit, Murang’a, Nairobi, Narok, Taita Taveta, Turkana, Uasin Gishu, and Vihiga Counties

• Type of Job: Full-Time, Temporary (May – June 2025)

• Job Category: Research, Education, Field Data Collection

• Hiring Organization: African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)

• Industry: International NGO / Research Institution

• Salary Range: Confidential

• Application Deadline: 26th April 2025

INTRODUCTION

Are you passionate about education, research, and community impact? Do you have teaching experience or a background in education and want to contribute to a high-profile national study on foundational learning in Kenyan schools?

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is recruiting 66 experienced and qualified Qualitative Field Interviewers to support a nationwide research study titled “Foundational Learning in Kenya.” This project aims to examine teaching practices in foundational literacy and numeracy, including how and why educators make specific pedagogical decisions.

This opportunity is open to field professionals based in Garissa, Kisumu, Makueni, Marsabit, Murang’a, Nairobi, Narok, Taita Taveta, Turkana, Uasin Gishu, and Vihiga. If you have a background in education, strong interviewing skills, and experience in data collection, this is your chance to contribute meaningfully to evidence-based educational reform in Kenya.

ABOUT THE AFRICAN POPULATION AND HEALTH RESEARCH CENTER (APHRC)

APHRC is a globally recognized African-led research organization headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. The Center is dedicated to generating rigorous scientific evidence that informs policy and improves lives across Africa. APHRC operates at the intersection of research, capacity strengthening, and policy engagement, with a firm commitment to advancing equity and improving the well-being of African communities.

Through its work, APHRC influences national and regional policy on education, health, urbanization, and development. The Center’s flagship studies have informed decisions by governments, international NGOs, and UN agencies. The Foundational Learning in Kenya study is one of APHRC’s most strategic educational research initiatives, designed to generate critical insights into early-grade pedagogy across diverse counties.

ABOUT THE PROJECT – “FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING IN KENYA”

The Foundational Learning in Kenya study seeks to understand:

• What pedagogical approaches are commonly used in teaching foundational skills

• How teachers change and adapt their instructional behavior over time

• The reasoning behind specific pedagogical decisions in different school environments

The study emphasizes qualitative methodologies, including in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and contextual analysis. Field Interviewers will collect data directly from teachers, school leaders, and classroom environments to help APHRC uncover how foundational learning is currently practiced and how it can be improved.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Qualitative Field Interviewer, you will play a vital role in the success of this study. You will be responsible for the following duties:

• Attend and complete all mandatory training sessions and orientation workshops organized by APHRC prior to the start of fieldwork.

• Mobilize participants for the study within your assigned county, including teachers and education stakeholders, in line with sampling guidelines.

• Obtain informed consent from all study participants before beginning any data collection activities.

• Conduct high-quality qualitative interviews, focus group discussions, and classroom observations as per the study tools and protocol.

• Accurately complete all data collection tasks and upload or submit data within agreed timelines using designated electronic platforms.

• Submit daily progress reports to your field supervisor, indicating completed tasks, challenges, and pending interviews.

• Safeguard all research tools and digital equipment, ensuring confidentiality, security, and proper handling throughout the study.

• Work full-time throughout the duration of the study (May – June 2025), with flexibility to adapt to travel schedules, participant availability, and field demands.

• Maintain ethical research standards in all interactions, upholding APHRC’s commitment to participant rights, dignity, and data privacy.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

To be eligible for this role, you must meet the following minimum qualifications and exhibit the following competencies:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Education, Teacher Training, or a closely related field.

• Previous teaching or teacher training experience in primary or basic education settings is mandatory.

• Strong knowledge of qualitative research techniques, particularly in educational or community-based research, will be an advantage.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Word and Excel, for data entry and reporting.

• Familiarity with electronic data collection platforms (e.g., ODK, KoboToolbox, SurveyCTO) is highly desirable.

• Experience in classroom observation, literacy/numeracy program delivery, or similar fieldwork assignments will be an added advantage.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust, establish rapport, and manage diverse respondents.

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills, with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Fluent in English and Kiswahili, and preferably the local language(s) spoken in your county of residence.

• Applicants must be permanent residents of one of the listed counties (Garissa, Kisumu, Makueni, Marsabit, Murang’a, Nairobi, Narok, Taita Taveta, Turkana, Uasin Gishu, or Vihiga). This is not a relocation-based role.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Qualified and interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting the following documents:

1. A Cover Letter clearly indicating:

   • The position being applied for: Qualitative Field Interviewer

   • Your county of residence

2. A Detailed CV that includes:

   • Educational background

   • Field experience

   • Contact details of three professional referees

Deadline for Application:
All applications must be submitted on or before 26th April 2025.

Important Notes:

• Do not send money or pay anyone during any part of the application or recruitment process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• APHRC is committed to fair and inclusive hiring. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request reasonable accommodation during the application process.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, submit your application through the Flexi Personnel online portal using the link below:

Apply Now: Qualitative Field Interviewers – Foundational Learning in Kenya (APHRC)

Applications submitted via email or outside the portal will not be accepted.

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