Duty Station

  • Somalia

Contract Type

  • Consultancy Assignment

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate all field logistics and operational activities for assignments implemented in Somalia.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and manage field enumerators and data collection teams.
  • Liaise with local partners, humanitarian actors, local authorities, and community leaders.
  • Ensure compliance with security protocols, safeguarding standards, andethical research practices.
  • Coordinate community entry processes and local stakeholder engagement.
  • Oversee data collection quality assurance processes including spot checks and back-checking.
  • Facilitate FGDs, KIIs, IDIs, and household surveys.
  • Support translation and contextual adaptation of tools where necessary.
  • Prepare field updates and logistical reports.
  • Ensure timely completion of all field activities

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, Public Health, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience coordinating field data collection in Somalia, preferably in Lower Juba or Afmadow District.
  • Demonstrated experience working in humanitarian and fragile contexts.
  • Experience working with IDP populations and vulnerable communities.
  • Fluency in Somali and English is required.
  • Strong coordination, logistical, and team management skills.
  • Experience with digital data collection systems is an added advantage.

Desired Competencies

  • Strong field coordination and operational management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
  • Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and community
    engagement.
  • Ability to work effectively in insecure environments.
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and copies of all required certifications to trainingjobs@indepthresearch.co.ke by 19th May 2026.
Please include the title of the position in the subject line.

All documents must be in PDF format.

Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted