Focus Group Discussion Moderator

Focus Group Discussion Moderator (4 Months)

Department

Paediatrics and Child Health

Entity

Medical College

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction

Established in 2004, the Aga Khan University Medical College in East Africa seeks to provide high quality education for health professional leaders who will then go on to become reputable specialists generating a positive and lasting impact in the lives of their patients and in the communities they serve. Our goal is to produce health professional leaders through our unique training programmes, building strong research programmes, supporting best practice in the delivery of health services, and contributing to the broader community through strategic partnerships regionally and globally. We aspire to build for the youth of East Africa, a medical college of international quality, providing them with the opportunity to get the best health professional education that is relevant and has impact across East Africa, and indeed, in the world.

Job Summary

The Qualitative Researcher will play a pivotal role in a PhD project titled "Addressing Diagnostic Challenges in Paediatric Rheumatology in Kenya." The role will involve assisting with the design and implementation of focus group discussions (FGDs), collecting qualitative data, and analyzing findings to provide insights on diagnostic challenges faced in pediatric rheumatology. This researcher will also assist in the synthesis and reporting of the findings in line with project objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in qualitative research methods, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.

Objectives of the Consultancy

The moderator will:

1. Design and implement focus group discussions to collect qualitative data aligned with the research objectives.
2. Analyze and synthesize findings to identify key themes and insights.
3. Ensure that all activities adhere to ethical research standards.
4. Collaborate with the research team to disseminate findings effectively

Deliverables

• Inception report detailing FGD plans and protocols.
• Recorded and transcribed FGD sessions.
• Preliminary findings report with key themes and insights.
• Final report summarizing qualitative findings and their implications.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Public Health, Anthropology, Sociology, or a related field. Certification in qualitative research methodologies (e.g., focus groups, interviews) is highly desirable.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in qualitative research, ideally in healthcare, public health, or social sciences.
• Experience in conducting and analyzing focus group discussions, particularly in a healthcare or pediatric setting, is a significant advantage.

Candidates meeting the above requirements are invited to email their application, a concept note, profile of previous work where available, financial proposal, curriculum vitae, names of three referees and copies of certificates & testimonials to hr.universityke@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 21st March, 2025.

Please quote the position title on the email subject.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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