Join Dopasi Foundation: Where Impact Meets Accountability

At Dopasi Foundation, we are on a mission to create tangible, lasting impact, and we are looking for individuals who thrive in high-accountability, high-impact environments. Our culture thrives on a shared commitment to innovation, integrity, and an unwavering dedication to creating tangible, lasting change. Working with us requires resilience, adaptability, and the courage to take full ownership of your role in driving meaningful progress, even in the face of challenges. If you’re ready to hold yourself to the highest standards, then take the next step and explore this opportunity.

Scope of Work

The scope of work includes supporting the design, implementation, and analysis of research aligned with the NGO’s health programs. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, developing study tools, coordinating ethical field data collection, analyzing data, and preparing research outputs. Liaise with IRBs, integrate findings into programs, build field team capacity, and contribute to stakeholder engagement and dissemination activities.

Who should apply:

This role is ideal for early-career professionals with a background in public health, social sciences, or a related field who are looking to build a meaningful career in research. If you have experience in research design, data collection, and analysis and are passionate about using evidence to drive impact, this is a great opportunity. Strong analytical skills, familiarity with tools like SPSS, Stata, or R, and an understanding of ethical research practices are important. Experience in the NGO or public health sector is a plus.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the design and implementation of research studies aligned with the NGO’s health programs and strategic objectives.
• Conduct literature reviews, needs assessments, and baseline surveys to inform programming.
• Assist in developing study protocols, sample size estimation,  data collection tools, and consent forms.
• Coordinate data collection activities in the field, ensuring quality and adherence to ethical standards.
• Enter, clean, and analyze data using appropriate software tools.
• Draft research reports, abstracts, and manuscripts for publication or donor reporting.
• Liaise with institutional review boards (IRBs) to ensure ethical compliance.
• Collaborate with program teams to integrate research findings into program planning and improvement.
• Support capacity-building of field teams in data collection and research ethics.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings, presentations, and dissemination events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor in line with research priorities.

Results Expected

• Well-executed research that supports health program goals.
• Accurate data collection, analysis, and ethical compliance.
• Timely reports and research summaries for internal and external use.
• Research findings integrated into program improvements.
• Enhanced field staff skills in data collection and research ethics.
• Active participation in meetings and dissemination events.

Educational & Experience Requirement 

The individual holding this position shall possess the following:

• Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in health research, preferably with NGOs, academic institutions, or public health programs.
• Additional training in research methodology, biostatistics, or data management is an asset.
• Familiarity with ethical principles in health research and IRB processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R, or NVivo).
• Experience in both quantitative and qualitative research design, data collection, and analysis.
• Prior involvement in proposal development, literature reviews, field assessments, and report writing.
• Experience with community-based research and working in diverse, multicultural teams.
• Experience with publication and dissemination of findings will be an added advantage.

Compensation

Competitive salary + Performance-based increments 

Growth Opportunities

Path to senior roles based on performance

OUR CORE VALUES

At Dopasi Foundation, our core values are the foundation of our work and the driver of every impact we create. The right candidate will not only understand and appreciate these values but will embody them daily, recognizing why they are essential to the success and integrity of our mission.

Liberty & Justice

We are committed to ensuring every individual’s right to access equitable healthcare and opportunities. We strive to eliminate stigma, systemic barriers, and disparities in healthcare, working to make a healthier, fairer society a reality for all communities we serve.

Integrity

Integrity guides our actions, demanding honesty, transparency, and accountability in all we do. We believe in doing what’s right, especially when it’s difficult, as we build trust within our team, communities, partners, and donors. Integrity drives us to uphold our promises and remain dedicated to impactful, ethical work.

Diversity

Diversity is our strength, enhancing our perspectives, solutions, and resilience. We actively seek out and value different backgrounds, voices, and insights, knowing they lead to richer solutions. By embracing diverse viewpoints, we respect and serve each community with empathy and inclusivity.

Kaizen

Kaizen (continuous improvement) fuels our pursuit of excellence. We believe in always striving to be better, learning from successes and setbacks alike. This commitment to growth keeps Dopasi agile and effective, ensuring that we adapt, improve, and drive even greater impact in the communities we serve.