Josephine Otieno

Successfully conducted 70 rapid interviews with Adolescent Young Girls and Boys to help determine reference groups which pass and enforce social norms. Facilitated 20 focus group discussions with reference groups, utilizing techniques such as Vignette and problem tree activity to delve deeper into social norm dynamics. Took part in rapid analysis, summarizing key findings of SRH behaviors. Spearheaded Transcription and translation of audios and interview questions respectively, from English to mother-tongue and vice versa, improving participant's understanding of the tool. Ensured that research protocols and ethical guidelines are strictly followed during interviews and focus groups. Documented key points, participant responses, and observations during interviews and focus group discussions, to help inform analysis. Built a rapport with participants and addressed any concerns or questions they may have, ensuring 100% participation rate. Assisted in the initial stages of data analysis, such as coding and categorizing responses, eassening the analysis processes by 30%.

Successfully recruited and enrolled more than 100 participants in a research study, ensuring strict adherence to the study protocol and ethical standards. Actively engaged in professional development trainings to enhance research skills such as data analysis by STATA and research ethics. Implemented data collection methodologies in accordance with organizational guidelines, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information during field visits. Contributed to the reporting and documentation of field-level successes, lessons learned, and areas for improvement, to help inform future field decision making. Demonstrated proficiency in using various mobile data collection tool(Survey CTO and CATI) for project related activities, ensuring accurate and timely data collection. Contributed to the design and development of surveys and questionnaires for easier comprehension.

Engaged directly with community members to identify their needs and concerns, aligning with the overarching goal of sustainable community development. Implemented and supported community-driven initiatives, promoting alternative livelihoods and income sources to reduce over dependency. Assisted in planning and implementation of community development projects, collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with community needs. Facilitated 5 training sessions and 2 workshops to enhance the skills and capacities of community members, with a focus on sustainable development. Established and maintained positive relationships with target beneficiaries, community members, and other stakeholders, fostering a sense of ownership and community responsibility. Managed administrative tasks efficiently, demonstrating strong organizational skills and flexibility in a dynamic work environment. Coordinated schedules, meetings, and successfully organized workshops and events, showcasing strong logistical skills.

Coordinated logistics for fieldwork, including participant recruitment and scheduling to enable meet daily targets. Implemented data quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of data. Adhered to ethical standards in research, including participant confidentiality and informed consent, creating a good environment for the participants to freely express themselves. Rigorously administered and attained over 500 study questionnaires while maintaining high participant consent compliance, resulting to Project meeting it's objective. Consistently submitted all collected data on a daily basis via mobile-based application tools (NfieldCAPI), contributing to the timely progression of the research project. Effectively documented implementation lessons and obstacles in a thorough report, which improved recruitment tactics for the study's later phases.

Utilized mobile data collection tools(ODK) effectively during field visits, ensuring seamless data gathering and compliance with organizational standards. Implemented data quality assessments, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of collected information for governance and civic engagement research. Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive field reports, documenting research approaches and contributing insights to improve future projects. Actively took part in debriefs to provided valuable insights that significantly contributed to enhancing the overall data collection process.