Job Description

Position Title: Research team lead

Location: Punjab, Karnataka, MP, UP, Orissa, Assam, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala.

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Summary:

• The Researcher team lead will be responsible for conducting on-ground data collection as part of an Impact Assessment & Need Assessment study. This role requires adherence to research protocols, high-quality data gathering, and interaction with diverse stakeholders.
• The researcher will work as per the requirements of the studies and the project manager’s guidance and contribute to ensuring that the data collected is accurate, reliable, and ethically compliant.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Collection

• Conduct structured interviews, focus group discussions, PRA, Observations, and surveys with respondents using prescribed tools.
• Ensure that data collection follows research guidelines, ethical standards, and confidentiality protocols.
• Record responses accurately and comprehensively without bias or leading questions.
• Monitor and guide data collectors for quantitative data collection
• Stakeholders Engagement
• Build rapport with respondents to ensure open and honest communication.
• Coordinate with community leaders and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth data collection.
• Address participant concerns or questions about the survey or research project.
• Data Accuracy and Quality Control
• Review collected data daily to identify and correct inconsistencies or errors.
• Guide the data collectors to minimize the gaps in the quantitative data.
• Adhere to quality control measures and flag any issues with the Project Team.
• Ensure data is securely stored and transferred to the designated platform.
• Reporting and notes submission
• Prepare field notes and maintain detailed records of observations and interactions.
• Submit daily reports to the Project Team summarizing activities, challenges, and progress.
• Document any deviations from planned methodologies and their justifications.
• Submit field notes, photographs, and observation reports to the project team.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social work, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).

Professional Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in field-based data collection, social research, or similar projects.

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of different qualitative data collection tools and methods.
• Understanding of different thematic areas such as Health, Education, Livelihood, Agriculture & Rural Development.
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of communities and their dynamics (Caste, Class, Gender etc)
• Strong network in the area
• Knowledge of local issues, culture, and the challenges faced by the community.
• Strong interviewing and communication skills to interact effectively with respondents.
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality data collection and recording.
• Basic analytical skills for identifying errors or inconsistencies in data.
• Familiarity with research ethics and protocols for working with vulnerable populations.
• Proficiency in local languages and dialects of the study area.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).

Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel extensively and work in remote areas.
• Will be available as per the requirement of the study.
• Flexibility to adapt to challenging field conditions.
• Understanding of cultural sensitivities and ability to engage respectfully with diverse communities.

To Apply:

CVs should be mailed at recruitment@soulace.in

About Company

Established in 2009, SoulAce was the first professional firm to enter the CSR space aimed to positively impact social development sector. We realized that the world was beginning to discuss about ethical practices and role of corporates in the developing communities. Around that time there was a lot of speculation about ethical and sustainable social development practices and corporate social responsibility. We wanted to help corporates understand on ground issues and invest in need based initiatives and credible NGO partners. The aim was to provide corporates with resources and help them build strategy to impact sustainable community change. We also worked in capacity building of NGOs to serve the evolving expectations from CSR department while at the same time strategically serving the communities.

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