• Attend a training on qualitative research tools and the particularly the tool that would be used for this assignment. Subsequent phases of the research will have additional training days allocated to them as well.

• Collect qualitative data using the tools and guidelines covered during the training.
• Enter and check collected data for accuracy and completeness.
• Schedule and confirm appointments with participants as needed.
• Use Kobo and other designated platforms for data entry and submission.
• Share/upload collected raw data with War Childs Senior Research Officer on a rolling basis as it is completed.

• The RAs are expected to report back to the Line Manager/ Senior Research Officer at the end of each day in which they conduct data collection. Debriefs should include updates on salient findings or themes that were observed during the interview/ FGD.
• Additionally RAs are expected to promptly notify the Senior Research Officer of any challenges or incidents that may take place during the data collection.

• The training of RAs will cover an introduction to the policies RAs are meant to adhere to. These include principles of safeguarding protection as well as data management protection policies.
• RAs will also be expected to adhere to these policies alongside War Childs code of conduct and integrity framework.
• Should any incidents take place during data collection RAs are to follow the guidelines of the adverse incident reporting framework (which they will be trained on prior to the commencement of data collection).

Required Knowledge Skills and Experience

• A university degree from a university recognized in Jordan in a relevant field.
• Communication and reporting skills are fundamental.
• Qualitative (and quantitative) data collection skills.
• Strong preference will be given to applicants who currently reside in East Amman.
• Ability to provide cultural considerations on working within a Jordanian local context.
• Background and experience in conducting research through the use of qualitative research tools (FGDs KIIs).
• Previous experience conducting research in East Amman areas such as Tabarbour or Hashmi Al Shamali is highly preferred.
• Experience of delivery of interventions/ conducting research in Hashmi Al Shamali is highly preferred