Research Assistants/Enumerators

About Amref Health Africa

Established in 1957, Amref Health Africa stands as the premier African-based international organization dedicated to health development. With its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, Amref orchestrates health programs across 35 African nations, impacting the lives of over 40 million individuals. The organization maintains a robust operational presence throughout Africa and possesses dedicated advocacy and fundraising offices in Europe and North America.

Driven by a vision of creating enduring health advancements in Africa, Amref's core mission is to foster community-led, people-centred health systems. It actively addresses the underlying social determinants of health, firmly believing that sustainable health transformation originates from within communities. Amref is committed to strengthening health infrastructures while empowering communities to advocate for and access healthcare that is both high-quality and affordable.

Role Overview

Position Summary

Research Assistants/Enumerators will play a crucial role in supporting both quantitative and qualitative data collection efforts. This includes administering surveys, facilitating interviews, transcribing qualitative data, and assisting with data quality assurance measures, all under the guidance of the study's co-investigator.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute quantitative data collection using mobile data collection platforms (such as ODK, Kobo, SurveyCTO, or similar tools on tablets and smartphones).


• Conduct key informant interviews (KIIs) and in-depth interviews (IDIs) with healthcare providers, policymakers, and other relevant stakeholders as needed.


• Assist in the recruitment of study participants in strict accordance with the study protocol.


• Perform accurate and timely transcription of audio-recorded interviews.


• Uphold research ethics by ensuring informed consent, maintaining confidentiality, and engaging respectfully with adolescents and youth.


• Actively participate in all study training sessions, pilot testing phases, and daily debrief meetings.


• Submit all collected data and field reports within the stipulated study timelines.


• Promptly report any challenges encountered during the data collection process to the designated field supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy the following requirements:

• Possess a minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Demography, Sociology, or a closely related discipline.


• Demonstrate prior experience in data collection for public health or social science research projects.


• Exhibit strong proficiency in utilizing mobile and electronic data collection tools.


• Possess excellent interviewing and communication skills, with proven experience conducting qualitative interviews.


• Have prior experience in the audio transcription of qualitative data.


• Familiarity with adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health topics will be considered an advantage.


• Be fluent in both English and relevant local languages spoken in Malawi.


• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism, reliability, and meticulous attention to detail.


• Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.

Advantageous Qualifications

• Experience conducting research within public health facilities or collaborating with government stakeholders.


• Previous training in research ethics or human subjects' protection.

Additional Information

Engagement Duration

This is a short-term, project-based assignment, directly tied to the study's data collection phase. Specific dates will be communicated to successful candidates.

Interested applicants should submit their CV or resume, highlighting relevant skills and experience, along with a compelling cover letter explaining their suitability for this role.

Amref Health Africa strictly prohibits any payment from applicants at any stage of the recruitment and selection process and has not authorized any agents to recruit on its behalf. While Amref may utilize various job boards to broaden applicant reach, all open vacancies are officially posted on our website under the "Vacancies" section and on our official social media channels. Please note that all official communications from Amref Health Africa will originate from an '@amref.org' email address.

Amref Health Africa is profoundly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff members to uphold this commitment. Amref Health Africa champions diversity and operates as an equal-opportunity employer, maintaining a non-smoking environment policy.