Contribute to Life-Saving Research: Data Collector for SARMAAN II Project (Adamawa State) at Malaria Consortium

Adamawa

Join the Malaria Consortium Team in the Fight Against Child Mortality

Malaria Consortium Nigeria is at the forefront of tackling major health challenges in the country, working in partnership with the Ministry of Health on vital control initiatives like SuNMaP, NetWorks, and MAPS. We are now recruiting personnel for the groundbreaking SARMAAN II Project (Safety and Antimicrobial Resistance of Mass Administration of Azithromycin).

SARMAAN II is a large-scale, multi-partner initiative spanning ten states, aimed at evaluating the safety and impact of Azithromycin Mass Drug Administration (MDA-AZM) on antimicrobial resistance and child mortality in Nigeria, where the under-five mortality rate remains critically high.

We are seeking dedicated and meticulous individuals to join the research team in Adamawa State to help us measure the impact of this crucial intervention.

The Opportunity: Data Collector / Research Assistant

Job Title: Data Collector – Adamawa State Location: Adamawa State Employment Type: Consultancy / Short-term Contract

Purpose of the Assignment

You will serve as a crucial link between the intervention and the data, playing a direct role in the End-of-Round (EoR) evaluation. This evaluation utilizes the Lots Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) methodology to assess the coverage and adherence of the MDA-AZM delivery immediately following each treatment round. Your accurate data collection will ensure that corrective measures are targeted effectively, ultimately increasing the project’s impact.

Key Activities and Deliverables

As a Data Collector, you will be responsible for:

  1. Mandatory Training: Attending comprehensive physical training on the MDA-AZM protocol, data collection methodology, the survey instrument, and the use of the electronic platform.
  2. Field Interviews: Conducting household-level interviews using the SurveyCTO electronic data collection platform within selected communities.
  3. Data Management: Uploading complete, verified household interview datasets to the centralized server within stipulated timelines.
  4. Quality Assurance: Promptly addressing all supervisor feedback to correct any errors or inconsistencies in data capture.

Deliverables: Successful submission of complete, verified household interview datasets uploaded to the centralized server within the project’s timelines.

Profile Requirements: Who Should Apply?

We are looking for individuals who are detail-oriented, technically proficient, and possess strong community ties:

  • Education: A minimum of a Degree (BSc/HND) in Social Sciences or a Health-related discipline.
  • Experience: Proven experience in conducting public health research and data collection, particularly with the use of modern technology (mobile phones/tablets) for data capture.
  • Methodology: Previous experience with LQAS surveys is a strong advantage.
  • Community Engagement:
    • Mandatory: Ability to speak the local language (e.g., Hausa, Fulfulde, Kanuri, etc.).
    • Familiarity with the local terrain and a deep respect for the tradition and culture of the locality.
    • Must be a resident in the state of assignment (Adamawa).
  • Note on Diversity: We strongly encourage female candidates to apply (the recruitment aims for more females than males).

Exclusions: To ensure data integrity and avoid conflicts of interest, applicants must not be current government staff at any level, nor can they be part of the MDA-AZM personnel (national, state, LGA, HFW, CHW, TA) in any capacity.

How to Apply

If you are qualified and ready to contribute to this high-impact, life-saving research, we encourage you to submit your application online.

Method of Application: Interested and qualified candidates should:

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