Senior Research Officer (Adhoc)

Job title : Senior Research Officer (Adhoc)

Job Location : Ekiti Deadline : October 11, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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Overview

• The Senior research officer will support data collection, analysis, reporting for the Quality Improvement Project midline/learning assessment study across Jigawa, Gombe, and Ekiti States.
• Three positions will be filled, with one Senior Research Officer assigned to each of the three implementation states — Jigawa, Gombe, and Ekiti. Each Senior Research Officer will be supervised by the Research and Learning Manager, to ensure consistency, security, and comparability of data across the three states.
• All three positions carry an identical scope of responsibilities covering the full data lifecycle from tools digitization and revision, training facilitation, real-time data quality assurance, integrated quantitative and qualitative data management and analysis, and reporting support.

Responsibilities
Data Tools Revision and Digital Configuration:

• Support the review and revision of quantitative and qualitative data collection instruments, including facility readiness checklists, provider knowledge assessments, clinical observation guides, client exit interviews, KII/FGD guides, and the QI Maturity Index tool.
• Support programming, configuration, and deployment of digital data collection tools on KoboCollect/KoboToolbox, including skip logic, validation rules, calculated fields, and user access settings.
• Assist in the setup, maintenance, and monitoring of KoboToolbox user accounts, data submission pipelines, and digital data collection systems across the evaluation states.
• Support pre-testing and piloting of digital tools and document feedback for incorporation into final field-ready versions.
• Maintain version control and documentation of all approved data collection tools and data management systems.

Training Facilitation and Data Quality Support:

• Support facilitation of national-level Facilitator Training and state-level Training of Trainers (ToTs) on evaluation procedures, digital data collection tools, data quality standards, and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate and support training on KoboCollect use, device management, offline data capture, synchronization procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with administration of pre- and post-tests, simulation exercises, role plays, and trainee assessments.
• Support preparation and dissemination of data collection guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quick reference materials, and job aids for field teams.
• Provide ongoing technical support to supervisors and data collectors throughout the training and field implementation periods.

Data Collection Monitoring and Quality Assurance:

• Support monitoring of real-time data submissions from the assigned state and conduct routine data quality checks for completeness, consistency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Assist in identifying and documenting outliers, duplicate records, missing data, and data entry errors for corrective action by field teams.
• Support daily data review meetings and debrief sessions with field supervisors and data collection teams.
• Participate in spot checks, back checks, and verification activities to strengthen adherence to data quality standards.
• Work closely with Senior Research Officers in other states to promote consistency in data quality procedures and reporting.
• Escalate data quality concerns, implementation challenges, and operational risks to the State Team Lead and Research and Learning Advisor as required.

Mixed-Methods Data Management and Analysis Support:

• Support cleaning, validation, and organization of quantitative datasets from KoboToolbox and other approved sources.
• Assist in preparing analysis-ready datasets in Microsoft Excel, STATA, R, SPSS, or other approved software.
• Support quantitative analysis activities, including descriptive statistics, indicator calculations, data summaries, and comparative analyses.
• Assist with transcription, translation, organization, and quality review of qualitative data collected through KIIs and FGDs.
• Support the setup and maintenance of qualitative coding projects using NVivo, ATLAS.ti, Dedoose, or equivalent software.
• Assist in maintaining secure storage and management of qualitative and quantitative datasets in accordance with approved protocols.
• Support analysis of DHIS2/HMIS and other routine health information system data to assess trends and performance indicators.
• Maintain organized documentation of datasets, codebooks, analytical outputs, and data processing procedures.

Reporting and Data Visualization Support:

• Support development of tables, charts, figures, dashboards, and other data visualization products for reports and presentations.
• Assist in generating routine data summaries and analytical outputs required for technical review and decision-making.
• Contribute data-related inputs to evaluation reports, presentations, technical briefs, and dissemination materials.
• Support preparation of data annexes, codebooks, datasets, and supporting documentation for submission to stakeholders.
• Assist with incorporating feedback from technical reviewers and stakeholders into revised analytical products.

Data Security, Ethics, and Compliance:

• Support compliance with Jhpiego data protection policies, ethical approvals, and evaluation protocols.
• Assist in ensuring data anonymization, secure storage, and restricted access to evaluation data.
• Support implementation of data security measures, including password protection, access controls, and secure file-sharing procedures.
• Monitor adherence to informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical research requirements during data collection and management activities.
• Report any data security or ethics concerns promptly to the supervisor.

Collaboration and Administrative Support:

• Work closely with the Research and Learning Advisor, State Team Lead, Programme Specialist, Senior Research Managers, field supervisors, and other evaluation team members to support implementation of evaluation activities.
• Support coordination of data-related activities across the assigned state and contribute to consistency across the three evaluation states.
• Participate in technical review meetings, validation workshops, and stakeholder engagements as assigned.
• Provide logistical and technical support for evaluation activities, workshops, trainings, and dissemination events.
• Prepare activity updates and contribute to progress reporting as requested by supervisors.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Research and Learning Advisor, State Team Lead, or Jhpiego management in support of the evaluation.

Required Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in research, monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL), or impact evaluation within health or development programmes.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing mixed-methods and/or quasi-experimental evaluations, including tools revision, training, and mixed-methods analysis.
• Strong experience working with large routine health datasets (DHIS2/HMIS) and programmatic data.
• Experience coordinating multi-site or multi-state evaluations in Nigeria strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Quality Improvement (QI) methodologies (PDSA cycles, run charts, root-cause analysis) and with national programmes for TB, HIV, Malaria, and MNCH; direct experience with the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) is an added advantage.
• Experience with Global Fund or other donor-funded programmes and with national/sub-national health systems is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality analytical outputs and reports under tight timelines.

Required Technical Skills & Software Proficiency:
Quantitative Analysis & MEL Tools:

• Statistical software: STATA (preferred), R, SPSS, or equivalent — hands-on analytical experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, complex formulas).
• Dashboards and visualization: Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent (preferred).

Qualitative Analysis Tools:

• NVivo, ATLAS.ti, or equivalent qualitative analysis software — hands-on experience with coding, thematic analysis, and triangulation.

Health Information Systems & Data Collection Platforms:

• Interpretive and analytical experience with DHIS2 and routine health management information systems.
• Digital data collection platforms: KoboCollect/KoboToolbox, ODK, or similar.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Microsoft Word (technical documentation, evaluation reports, and annexes).
• Microsoft PowerPoint (analytical and validation presentations).
• Collaboration platforms: Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Google Workspace.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Strong grounding in mixed-methods evaluation methodology and statistical reasoning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information into clear, defensible narratives.
• High attention to data quality, documentation, and reproducibility.
• Ability to explain complex quantitative and qualitative findings to non-technical audiences, including government stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation and training skills for national and state-level audiences.
• Strong organisational, coordination, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with technical leadership and government partners.
• Excellent time management and ability to deliver under pressure.