The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a premier research-to-policy institution, generating evidence, strengthening research and related capacity in the African research and development ecosystem, and engaging policy to inform action on health and development. The Center is Africa-based and African-led, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, and a West Africa Regional Office (WARO), in Dakar, Senegal. APHRC seeks to drive change by developing strong African research leadership and promoting evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) across sub-Saharan Africa.

The APHRC invites applications for Qualitative Field Interviewers in a project that is aimed at building the Implementation Research capacities of Africa’s Universities and Research Institutions.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct key informant and in depth interviews.


• Conduct online interviews and make follow-ups on incomplete interviews.


• Write and submit comprehensive notes of data collection and any other observations.


• Any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in a health-related discipline.


• Proven experience in qualitative data collection – i.e. conducting key informant interviews and in depth interviews.


• Experience in conducting desk reviews.


• Knowledge of scientific publishing and/or journals landscape will be an added advantage.


• Excellent interpersonal and report-writing skills.


• Ability to pay attention to details.


• Must be fully available for the engagement period.

Application documents should include:

• Cover letter


• CV with contact details of three referees


• Copies of academic certificates and relevant testimonials

Special Notice

APHRC and Flexi Personnel are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications and organizational needs. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request to support their participation in the recruitment process.

All applicants are advised to adhere to the application guidelines for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.