About US:
The Johns Hopkins University/Center for Communication Programs (CCP) is a pioneer in the field of strategic, research based communication for behavior change and health promotion that has helped transform the theory and practice of public health.
Job Background: The flip charts are being translated into local languages (Lusoga and Karamojong -Bokora) to communicate more effectively with the local communities. CCP is planning to conduct a pretest exercise for the two translated flip charts in Nepak and Iganga districts. Data from the pretest exercise will be used to improve their adaptability and relevance to the local context. The field pretest will be done through two community education sessions in each of the project locations. Community agents working with Water Mission Uganda and Water Aid Uganda will be guided to conduct two education sessions with local community members in each of the two districts. Discussions will be conducted with both the community agents and the participating community groups to share their experiences regarding use of the flip charts.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Specifically, Pretest Coordinator will:
Keenly review the two flip charts and other relevant documents.
Develop a protocol and pretest tools in consultation with the Project Manager CCP
Regularly review the protocol and pretest tools with CCP and WASH partners.
Revise protocol and pretest tools and participate in a half day meeting to prepare for the pretest exercise in the field.
Prepare and organize pretest materials in consultation with the Project Manager CCP.
Orient partner staff and community agents (Iganga and Nepak) who will facilitate the community education sessions.
Carry out short training sessions for note-takers and Karamajong interviewers prior to the pretesting exercise.
Observe and supervise community education sessions in the field.
Conduct feedback discussions with the facilitators of the community education sessions.
Conduct feedback sessions with community members in Iganga.
Observe and supervise feedback sessions with facilitators and community members in Nepak.
Record all discussions on audio tape.
Provide needed logical support for the groups (stationery, tools, transportation)
The incumbent will ensure that tape recording devises are functioning properly, and have working batteries.
Prepare reports in English of all of the feedback sessions with facilitators in Iganga district.
Coordinate with selected partner representatives in Nepak to prepare pre-test report for Nepak.
Assist with other activities necessary for the smooth operation of the pretest exercise.
Prepare and submit a hard copy and soft copy report of the pretest exercise, including recommended revisions to the flipcharts.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, communication or related field and experience conducting qualitative research in Uganda.
Good people skills and writing skills;
Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency in MS Word required.
Fluent in Lusoga and English. Fluency in other Ugandan languages a plus.
Remuneration: CCP will pay a daily rate commensurate with the research assistant’s past salary or income history and the current market rate for research assistants. CCP will provide transportation and pay for meals and accommodation to the consultant during field activities.
Duration: This assignment will take place during April and May, 2016, for a total of 16 days, over a 3 – 4 week period.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should send a cover letter, updated CV and three professional references addressed to: HR Administrator at hr@jhuccpug.org.
Deadline: 8th April, 2016 by 5:00 pm.