Research Assistant

**Activities and Responsibilities**:

Research Design and Tool Development- Assist in the development and refinement of research tools (e.g., interview guides, focus group guides, workshop guides), ensuring they are youth
- and gender-sensitive.
- Support the translation and localization of research instruments for use in different cultural and linguistic settings in which the study will be in.
- Fieldwork Preparation
- Assist in organizing fieldwork logistics such as coordinating interviews, managing schedules, and liaising with local partners.
- Data collection support
- Participate in or observe qualitative data collection (e.g., interviews, focus group discussions) where appropriate, under supervision.
- Engage respectfully and ethically with youth participants, particularly when discussing sensitive SRHR topics.
- Data Management and Preliminary Analysis
- Transcribe or code qualitative data, support data cleaning for survey datasets.
- Assist in identifying key themes, patterns, and issues relevant to youth mobility and access to SRHR services.
- Academic writing and dissemination.
- Draft sections of internal reports, policy briefs, or academic papers in collaboration with senior researchers.
- Assist in preparing presentation materials for conferences, seminars, or stakeholder workshops.
- Project Coordination and Communication
- Attend regular research team meetings and contribute to collaborative planning and problem-solving.
- Maintain organised project files and contribute to documenting fieldwork processes and challenges.
- Engage in research mentorship activities, such as methods workshops or writing retreats, where available.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Public Health, or related discipline).
- Previous research or fieldwork experience.
- Experience working with communities or participants.
- Knowledge of local language(s) including Zulu, Sotho and other local languages.

**Personal Attributes**:

- Professionalism, reliability, and integrity.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Flexibility and adaptability to fieldwork conditions.
- Cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse populations.

**Remuneration: ZAR 225 792 per annum**

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**Closing date: 30 September 2025, close of business**
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