nutrition research jobs 2017

We are seeking an Operations Manager to coordinate administrative, procurement and award management processes for a diverse and impactful multi-country program portfolio being implemented in Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia: Transforming Lives through Nutrition.This comprehensive program delivers five life-saving health services: supplementing women with essential vitamins during pregnancy, supporting...

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a CGIAR research centre part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible to: Co-lead data collection in the field (...

Infotrak Research and Consulting is a full service research company that was founded in 2004 following the vision of the founder to provide the Pan African Market with suitable information solutions required to sustain the ever-growing economies in the continent. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Infotrak also has affiliate offices in Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria and field contacts in more than 12 ot...

KeyResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be responsible to:Co-lead data collection in the field (including supervising a team of data collectors) and activities facilitation at the community level.Carry out literature reviews pertaining to relevant topics that will be assigned.Be able to carry out quantitative and qualitative research.Facilitate meetings, workshops, and training with proj...

Duties and Responsibilities:Develop an in-depth understanding of study design and goals, and ensure that the study is conducted in compliance with study protocols and other regulatory requirements.Identify, Mobilize and recruit eligible participants for the studyAssist in transcription and translation of the collected dataProvide regular progress reports to the study coordinatorWork closely with ...

Job Summary:The successful candidate will work with the Principal Investigator to conduct the social science research, which is aimed at understanding the factors that could affect successful implementation of house modification study. Social science methods will include Focused Group Discussions, Key Informant Interviews, KAP surveys, free-listing, rating, ranking and night time member observati...

Since 1946, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been advancing evidence to evolve systems, improve lives, and ultimately create a better, more equitable world. We are a nonprofit research and technical assistance organization working to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. Summary AIR is currently seeking a Qualitative Research Associate to join ou...

AIR is currently seeking a Qualitative Research Associate to join our International Development Division. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand qualitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs.ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities for the position include:Support efforts to collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze qualita...

Senior Nutrition & Food Security Associate at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

APHRC is seeking to recruit a senior researcher, one recognized as an international leader in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) research to serve as a Research Associate in the SRMNCAH (Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health) Unit.

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya. Requirements BSc. Biomedical Science and Technology, Biological Sciences/ Medical...

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -i) Ensuring the development of aquatic and allied natural resources, research and development policies; ii) Ensuring the development and coordination of activities in specific research departments through participation in high profile international fora and publications; iii) Ensure the identification and exploitation of opportunities f...

Since 1946, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been advancing evidence to evolve systems, improve lives, and ultimately create a better, more equitable world. We are a nonprofit research and technical assistance organization working to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world Responsibilities Collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze data and ...

Join AIR as aQuantitative Research Assistantwith ourInternational Development Division (IDD)and make a difference, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle income countries. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand quantitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs. AIR's IDD work spans the globe...

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya. Vacancy No. CIPDCR/DESK-DAI/1/05/2023 About Job Project description: Dengue Surve...

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya. Vacancy: CGHR /356/04/23 Summary The successful candidate will work with the Seni...

Key Responsibilities:Searching for literature in electronic databases and other sources.Extracting data or information from selected primary studies using recommended tools.Resolving data discrepancies identified during data extraction and cleaning up of data sets.Quality assessment of included studies.Conducting preliminary meta-analyses under the guidance of the PI.Participate in the preparatio...

Key Responsibilities: Organizing and supervising the implementation of all field activities Work with Research Administrator to ensure adherence to study deliverables time points and support the submission of periodic reports on project status Developing and designing local training and capacity building of project staff in collaboration with the study coordinator Liaising with relevant county an...

Key Responsibilities: Organizing and supervising the implementation of all field activities Work with Research Administrator to ensure adherence to study deliverables time points and support the submission of periodic reports on project status Developing and designing local training and capacity building of project staff in collaboration with the study coordinator Liaising with relevant county an...

Key Responsibilities:Develop and ensure implementation of the institute research and health policy to ensure provision of evidence based health solutions through policy and products at national regional and global level;Provide strategic leadership and administrative management of the Research and Development directorate;Establish strategic partnerships for research, innovations, and technology t...

Duties and Responsibilities Manage the routine research projects activities such as leading the development of field and training manuals, obtaining ethical approvals and research permits, training and supervision of field workers, data management, data analysis and scientific writing. Coordinate policy engagement and dissemination of project research findings to appropriate audiences. Take lead ...

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a CGIAR research centre part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future. Responsibilities Support the design, development, and implementation of field studies, including the selecti...