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Organization: Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professional Association (EHEPA)
Position: Consultant for Electronic study tool (ODK)
Employment type: Contract
Deadline: December 24, 2025
Duration of task: 03 weeks
Required Number: One

About EHEPA

The Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professional Association (EHEPA) was established and registered by the Ethiopian Civil Society Organization Authority in December 2021. Its mission is to save lives and improve the quality of life for Ethiopian citizens by promoting healthy behaviors, preventing diseases, and encouraging treatment-seeking and adherence to services EHEPA works across communicable and non-communicable diseases, maternal and child health, and behavioral health. The organization conducts both quantitative and qualitative research, synthesizes evidence, and monitors and evaluates health behavior programs to generate actionable insights for public health initiatives.

Job Description

EHEPA, in collaboration with UNICEF Ethiopia, is conducting a study to evaluate the effectiveness of Community Public Health Emergency Management (c-PHEM) training in Ethiopia using a mixed-methods approach. This study aims to generate evidence on how c-PHEM training contributes to strengthening public health emergency preparedness and response at the community level. To support this project, EHEPA is seeking a qualified consultant to design and prepare electronic data collection tools using Open Data Kit (ODK). The consultant will ensure that the tools are user-friendly, technically sound, and aligned with the study protocol, thereby facilitating accurate and efficient data collection across study sites.

Scope of Work

Under the guidance of the project team, the consultant will:

1. Develop ODK templates for questionnaires and checklists in both local languages (Afan Oromo, Afarigna, Amharic, Somali, and Tigrigna) and English, aligned with the study protocol.

2. Ensure usability and accuracy of forms (user-friendly, logically structured, and error-free).

3. Install and configure ODK Collect on Android devices or Tablets.

4. Troubleshoot technical issues related to GPS accuracy, media uploads, and offline data collection.

5. Monitor real-time submissions and identify inconsistencies.

6. Export datasets to statistical software (SPSS, Stata, or R) as required.

7. Maintain strict confidentiality of all collected data.

Job requirements

Qualifications and Requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, IT, Health Informatics, Public Health, or related fields.
• Minimum of two years of hands-on experience with electronic study tools and data management.
• Prior experience in research projects.

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines, and work independently.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply within Five working days of this announcement by sending applications to: ehepaehepa@gmail.com.

Applications must include:

• A letter of application mentioning the specific study site.
• An updated CV.
• Copies of degrees and other relevant documents.
Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
EHEPA has a zero tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by EHEPA‘s personnel against the people they serve. All forms of sexual exploitation and abuse are incompatible with the universally accepted norms, values, principles and standards that underpin our organization. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone and all selected candidates will be required to comply with the EHEPA’s PSEA Policy at all times. All selected candidates must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.
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