Job Summary
EnCompass LLC seeks an In-Country (KEN based) Qualitative Research Specialist who will provide support to an evaluation of the Community Mobilization portfolio administered by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) Office of Global Programs (GP).
Minimum Qualification:Masters
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:5 years
Job Description/Requirements
Position Description
EnCompass LLC seeks an In-Country (KEN based) Qualitative Research Specialist
who will provide support to an evaluation of the Community Mobilization
portfolio administered by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of
Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) Office of Global Programs (GP).
Particularly, the support will be for a case study within the
overarching evaluation focused on projects employing community
mobilization approaches towards Freedom of Assembly and Association
(FOAA) goals. The Qualitative Research Specialist will conduct virtual
and in-person data collection in Kenya, with virtual data collection in
Uganda and Tanzania, manage field logistics for data collection, support
the finalization of data collection instruments, and participate in
data analysis and interpretation as required.This is a 3-month consultancy position with an approximate commitment of 20 days.
EnCompass LLC is collaborating with The U.S. Department of State’s
Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor on an evaluation to
understand the effectiveness of community organizing and mobilization in
varying contexts through a series of three targeted case studies. The
objectives of this evaluation include: (a) understanding the factors
that contribute to effective community organizing and/or mobilization in
democracy and rights-based programming in the following spaces: i)
freedom of assembly and association (FOAA); ii) labor rights; iii)
offshore programs in closed and closing operating environments; (b)
determining the results and objectives realized by activists and
mobilized groups and; (c) exploring whether programmatic approaches led
to sustainable effects. The FOAA case study focuses on a sample of
projects from the COMB portfolio, including project(s) implemented in
Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. This position involves virtual work in Kenya
with a possibility of some local travel.
This position is a local position. Only candidates residing in Kenya and with existing work authorization will be considered.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
Essential functions:
Technical:
Coordinate and prepare for qualitative data collection under the guidance of Case Study Lead and Evaluation Specialist
Become familiarized with assigned projects, including background documents, data collection tools, and data collection guide
Support identification of respondents
Arrange all (virtual) logistics for data collection for assigned respondent categories
Schedule and confirm interviews (complete pre-calls)
Provide input to data collection instruments, field guide, and
other data collection related materials and processes to fit local
context
Conduct qualitative data collection that may include interviews, focus group discussions, and other methods
Administer informed consent processes and follow ethical and trauma-informed data collection protocols, as outlined by Encompass
Complete the reflection questions for each interview carried out
Translate/transcribe only interviews that were done in local language
Type notes when consent for audio recording is not given
Follow all the processes in the data collection guide
Collect and manage data files according to EnCompass policy
Carefully record interviews/notes, and submit all items to the Evaluation Specialist
Participate in the analysis and interpretation of qualitative data as needed
Participate in all EnCompass trainings related to data collection and follow all EnCompass policies and approaches to evaluation
Position Requirements
Qualifications
Academic Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher relevant to public policy, international development, social science, or another related field
Experience and Skills
At least five years of experience in conducting field research
including conducting interviews and applying other qualitative data
collection methods
Experience / demonstrated expertise in the areas of community
mobilization or FOAA in relevant country/region, including familiarity
with the legal framework, human rights, socio-political issues, and
government processes/mechanisms related to community mobilization in
Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Highest ethical standards conducting evaluations involving vulnerable populations
Proficiency with MS Office Suite programs and common virtual calling platforms (such as Zoom and Signal)
Fluency in English and Swahili required.
The consultant must be based in Nairobi or the surrounding region.
How to Apply
Please submit CV and cover letter.
EnCompass LLC is a progressive Equal Opportunity Employer. We
promote, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive organizational
culture and workforce. We are committed to providing all of our
employees with an environment free from discrimination and harassment,
where all are treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate, and
explicitly prohibit, discrimination or harassment of any kind, at any
time, in all aspects of employment. This includes recruitment, hiring,
promotions, disciplinary measures, terminations, compensation, benefits,
social and recreational programs, and training. EnCompass also does not
tolerate retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or
harassment. Our continuing commitment to the principle of Equal
Opportunity Employment for all means all employment decisions are based
only on the job requirements, the candidate’s qualifications, and the
needs of EnCompass as a business—not on race, color, ethnicity, national
origin, religion, belief, sex (including pregnancy and related medical
conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age,
disability status, veteran status, genetic information, HIV status,
family/marital/parental status, or any other status protected by the
laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we work.
For US based positions: The employer will make reasonable
accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,
responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with
demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks
and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
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