Research Intern at Helen Keller International (HKI) February 2026

Position Title: Research Intern
Department: Nutrition
Duty Station: Mara
Duration: 6 Months
Functional Relationship
The Research Intern reports to Program Manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. Research Implementation and Coordination
 Coordinate ongoing research projects with program staff and implementing partners.
 Support training and data collection to teams to ensure quality and accuracy.
 Oversee data management, including the maintenance of databases and data repositories.
 Conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis to assess program performance and identify areas for improvement.
 Prepare research reports, presentations, and publications to share findings with key stakeholders.
 Participate in research planning meetings with internal teams and external partners.

2. Knowledge Dissemination
 Support the preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals to contribute to global health knowledge.
 Develop presentations and knowledge-sharing materials for internal and audiences.
 Assist in organizing workshops and knowledge dissemination events to share research findings.
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Qualifications/Eligibilities

 Bachelor’s degree in public health, Epidemiology, Nutrition, or a related field.
 At least 1 year of field experience in research project implementation.
 Experience in operational research, particularly in low-resource settings.
 Knowledge of the Tanzanian health system and Community Health Strategy (CHS) is an advantage.
 Familiarity with randomized control trials (RCTs) and both qualitative and quantitative data collection.
 Proficiency in data analysis software such as Stata and ODK or DHIS
 Experience managing databases and maintaining data integrity.
 Strong skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
 Fluency in English and Kiswahili; French language skills are a plus.
 Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time within Tanzania.

Key Competences

 Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
 Attention to detail with a focus on data quality and accuracy.
 Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 Commitment to confidentiality and ethical research practices.
 Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a Cover Letter and Resume at TZ.Recruitment@hki.org please indicate the job title in the subject line of your email by 28th February 2026.

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– If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need to request accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at the email above.

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