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The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate the effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of modified SMC delivery strategies in complex urban settings from the perspectives of implementers, policymakers, and caregivers/beneficiaries.
The evaluation will focus on several key areas: the coverage of SMC, including the percentage of children receiving doses through various delivery strategies; the effectiveness of supervision and SMS reminders; access to gated households; the number of refusal households; and the reach through religious centers.
Additionally, the study will gather qualitative data on caregiver and Health Facility Workers (CHW) perceptions of the modified delivery strategy.
Community awareness and acceptance of the modified SMC strategies will also be assessed, including the percentage of caregivers and CHWs who have heard about the strategies and their level of acceptance. The operational feasibility of implementing the modified SMC strategies will be evaluated by examining resource requirements and identifying facilitators and barriers to SMC access and acceptance.
This comprehensive evaluation aims to inform future SMC delivery in urban settings, contributing to the design of targeted and effective malaria controls that reduce the burden of malaria and improve health outcomes in urban populations. The evaluation method is segmented into 3 phases with timelines as indicated in Table 1.
Responsibilities
Support the lead consultant in the conduct of focus group discussions (FGDs) and in-depth interviews (IDIs) with caregivers, community health workers, and other stakeholders.
Transcribe audio recordings of FGDs and IDIs accurately and promptly.
Assist in the thematic analysis of qualitative data using software like Dedoose/Nvivo.
Deliverables:
Complete and accurate transcripts of all FGDs IDIs and KIIs.
Thematic analysis reports summarizing key findings from qualitative data.
Detailed field notes documenting observations and insights during data collection.
Logistic and administrative support documents, including schedules and contact lists.
Requirements
A minimum of Degree (BSc Degree / HND) in health-related discipline and social sciences
Experience in conducting public health research
Strong experience in conduct of Qualitative research
Experience in the use of electronic data collection tools (particularly KoboCollect and SurveyCTO)
Experience in Qualitative research methods including transcription and coding
Ability to speak local language (Gwari and Hausa, etc.)
Familiarity with and respect for the tradition and culture of the locality.
Familiarity with terrain of the locality.
Preferably a female (preferred in the core northern states).
Ability to give attention to details.
Must not be a staff of Government at any level and in any Ministry at the time of engagement/activity.
Must own functioning android phones (with access to internet).
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