Qualitative Research Assistant (Sokoto)

About this role

The role is for a Qualitative Research Assistant based in Sokoto to support an embedded qualitative component of a malaria immunisation and seasonal malaria chemoprevention study. The position involves coordinating recruitment, scheduling, field logistics and quality monitoring, and assisting with FGDs and KIIs under supervision. The work is carried out in Sokoto with other state-based field cadres and supports Malaria Consortium’s approved qualitative fieldwork procedures. The aim is to identify eligible participants, help organise field activities and ensure proper documentation and consent. The role works within a team that includes Moderators, Note Takers and Transcribers, under the Lead Qualitative Research Consultant and MC oversight. It is a field-focused position that does not involve independent protocol design or final analysis.

What you would do

• Screen and recruit eligible participants against approved criteria and document refusals and non-response.
• Arrange FGDs and KIIs and obtain informed consent, including audio-recording consent.
• Maintain a rolling recruitment and fieldwork tracker by state, LGA, respondent group and intervention approach.
• Label, de-identify where appropriate and securely transfer field materials and consent records.
• Check session records and audio quality; perform same-day debriefs and implement required actions.
• Prepare and maintain a state-level workplan and daily schedule under guidance.
• Coordinate with a fellow RA to ensure coverage and avoid duplication.
• Prepare a concise state-level completion report and log outstanding issues.
• Facilitate or assist with FGDs/KIIs and note-taking as directed by the Lead Consultant.
• Liaise with approved state/LGA and health facility contacts to arrange access and appropriate venues.

What they are asking for

• Experience or exposure to field data collection, qualitative research or health programme implementation preferred.
• Ability to coordinate recruitment, scheduling and field logistics across multiple sites.
• Competence in obtaining informed consent and maintaining ethical standards in fieldwork.
• Strong note-taking, transcription support and ability to work with audio-recorded data.
• Willingness to work under supervision and follow MC-approved study procedures.
• Ability to prepare state-level workplans and maintain documentation.
• Good communication and liaison skills with stakeholders in state and LGA levels.

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