Job Summary.
The purpose of this role is to support data collection, i.e. conduct household interviews, deploy and retrieve UPAS V2+ as well as ensure correct calibration, functionality and recording of air pollution measurements for the LOSHAK study in the following counties Kakamega, Kirinyaga, Kisumu, Kitui, Mombasa, Nairobi, Nakuru & Wajir..
Terms of Reference
Attend all mandatory training sessions and successfully complete the required certification prior to field deployment.
Calibrate, mount, unmount, clean, and maintain UPAS V2+, PurpleAir, and LASCAR monitoring devices according to study protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and supervisor instructions.
Implement field activities strictly in accordance with approved study protocols, operational manuals, and training guidelines.
Conduct pre-deployment functionality checks on monitoring equipment and promptly report any malfunctions or technical issues that could compromise data quality.
Adhere to all ethical principles governing air pollution monitoring, participant interaction, and research conduct.
Ensure the safe custody, proper handling, security, and accountability of all project equipment assigned for fieldwork, returning all equipment to Aga Khan University (AKU) upon completion of the assignment.
Conduct respondent revisits for validation, quality assurance, and back-check activities as directed by supervisors.
Participate actively in regular field debrief meetings and implement feedback to improve field performance.
Avoid any activity that may present a conflict of interest or compromise the integrity, independence, or credibility of the study.
Prepare and submit accurate daily field activity summaries and progress reports to the Field Supervisor.
Manage routine field challenges professionally, de-escalating situations where possible and promptly escalating issues requiring supervisory intervention.
Maintain strict confidentiality of participant information and project data in compliance with the Kenyan Data Protection Act, 2019, study protocols, and institutional policies.
Support quality assurance and data integrity activities to ensure complete, accurate, and reliable field data collection.
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor that contribute to the successful implementation of the LOSHAK project.
Requirements
Minimum of a diploma in environmental health or related sciences.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience.
Fluency in English, Kiswahili and local dialects.
Previous experience in surveys and field work involving air pollution monitoring
Proficiency in ICT and computer/tablet usage and associated applications.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Culturally adaptable and sensitive.Have fluency in English, Kiswahili, and the local language(s) spoken within the assigned study area.
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Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
How to apply
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