EEDA Project Qualitative Data Consultant

Job Description

Population Reference Bureau

Position Announcement July 2018

EEDA Project Qualitative Data Consultant

Position Summary: The qualitative data consultant will provide support to the Empowering Evidence-Driven Advocacy (EEDA) project to code, analyze, and communicate qualitative data from in-depth stakeholder interviews carried out in Ethiopia, Nigeria, Uganda, and Senegal. The consultant will use principles of qualitative data analysis, MAXQDA software, and an established project code book to code the data and synthesize findings.

The EEDA project is implemented by the Population Reference Bureau (PRB) and the International Youth Alliance for Family Planning (IYAFP) to assess implementation of youth-friendly FP services in six countries between 2017 and 2019.

This consultancy is estimated to last through April 2019. The level of effort will be variable, depending on when sets of interview data are completed in each country, and may range up to 20 hours per week. The position allows for a flexible schedule, but may require the individual to work in the PRB office in Washington, D.C. at least some of the time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Codes transcribed interviews using MAXQDA software and a project code book.
• Analyzes coded data to identify the most salient themes and interprets findings for project team.
• Contributes to written summaries, PowerPoint slides, and/or advocacy materials that communicate the qualitative data findings.
• Participates in project team meetings as needed and as directed by the EEDA project Director.

Illustrative Deliverables

• Coded interview data sets for up to four countries.
• Draft research summaries (of approximately four pages) for up to four countries, summarizing key findings.
• Draft PowerPoint slide deck (between eight and 15 slides) for up to four countries, summarizing key findings.
  Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, international affairs, demography, or a related field.
• Relevant qualitative analysis work experience and/or graduate-level coursework in principles of qualitative data collection and analysis.
• Experience or coursework relevant to public health, family planning, and/or adolescent reproductive health in sub-Saharan Africa strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English. Fluency or proficiency in French strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work respectfully and collegially in teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail. Please remember to upload resume and cover letter in the “resume” section. Only finalists will be contacted. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. This position is located in Washington, D.C.

We would like to fill this position as soon as possible.Applications: Please apply at https://www.infinityhr.com/extranet/recruiting.aspx?id=FDEE3BE7-E8D4-4F72-908C-CF07110E750A&src=Devex&rqid=FBC64CC6-B33D-4BC2-AADB-2CDE7B71BEA2

Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disabled/Veteran

About the Organization

About PRB:

The Population Reference Bureau (PRB) informs people around the world about population, health, and the environment, and empowers them to use that information to advance the well-being of current and future generations. PRB analyzes complex demographic data and research to provide the most objective, accurate, and up-to-date population information in a format that is easily understood by advocates, journalists, and decision makers alike. PRB also builds coalitions and conducts workshops around the world to give our key audiences the tools they need to understand and communicate effectively about population issues. PRB works to ensure that policymakers in developing countries and in the United States rely on sound evidence, rather than anecdotal or outdated information, when creating population, health, and environmental policies. All of our content is available at www.prb.org.