Organization: IRC – International Rescue Committee
Location: Nairobi
Grade: Consultancy – Consultant – Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
Scientist and Researcher
Closing Date:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian and development agency, supporting communities in transition in 40 countries. Simultaneously a global technical leader and proven implementer, IRC has shaped youth priorities and approaches at the national level and implemented programs at the community level since its founding in 1933. IRC has worked in Kenya since 1992, implementing highly effective programs in youth livelihoods, economic development, women empowerment, integrated healthcare, and nutrition.
Background
Job Overview/Summary:
The International Rescue Committee is seeking Qualitative Research Facilitators to work in Nairobi on the second wave of the Re:BUiLD Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT). The facilitators will support the qualitative evaluation of the Wave 2 RCT intervention that will commence in July 2024. Re:BUiLD, is a five-year, multi-stakeholder urban livelihoods program implemented in Kampala and Nairobi providing livelihood interventions to urban refugees and vulnerable host community members to enhance their economic self-reliance. The facilitators will be part of the Re:BUiLD project team under the IRC for a fixed period of one month.
Qualified urban refugees from all nationalities possessing a refugee ID are strongly encouraged to apply.
Statement of work:
The qualitative facilitators will be expected to perform the following roles (not limited to):
Conduct key informant interviews with clients to learn about their experience in the program, their business, and their business habits
Translation and transcription as required by the research team.
To carry out other duties as assigned and agreed upon with the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
Certificate or Diploma in Social Sciences or Humanities or any other related field.
Experience in leading key informant interviews and qualitative research. Data collection experience is an added advantage
Experience working with vulnerable communities.
Strong communication and report-writing skills.
Flexible approach to the changing nature of work.
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multicultural team.
Computer skills, especially Ms. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Applicants able to communicate in Swahili, French, Oromo, Somali, Amharic, Arabic, Congolese, Rwandese are encouraged to apply.
All applicants should have Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PIN.
Availability: – (1st – 30th August 2024)
Policies
Ensure compliance with organizational performance standards, code of conduct, and safeguarding policy.
Adhere to confidentiality procedures and policies when collecting, storing, and sharing data.
Deliverables:
a) Qualitative transcripts.
Applications should include:
1. Cover letter containing:
Prior experience with leading qualitative research including key informant interviews
Languages spoken
2. CV
3. Copy of identification document
4. Copy of KRA pin
Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equity. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation and Combating Trafficking in Persons.
Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other encouraging benefits and allowances.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
Disclaimer:
Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.