Job Description

We’re hiring an experienced qualitative researcher who can both moderate Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), conduct In-depth Interviews and run end-to-end fieldwork—from recruitment and scheduling to venue, logistics, consent, incentives, and data quality. Ideal for a hands-on professional with strong local networks and fluency in English plus at least one Ghanaian language.

Responsibilities:

Planning & Logistics – Schedule sessions, secure venues, and manage risks and contingencies.

Source, screen, confirm, and remind participants to hit quotas, while maintaining accurate contact, attendance, and incentive records.

Facilitate inclusive, in-language FGDs end-to-end—managing dynamics, timing, note-taking, and clean audio—with rapid daily debriefs.

Ensure high-quality transcripts/translations, complete and timely file submissions, and full adherence to consent, safeguarding, and data-protection rules.

Requirements:

2+ years in qualitative research with hands-on FGD moderation and participant recruitment (or 30+ FGDs moderated—nice to have).

Fluent in English and at least one local language

Evening/weekend availability; comfortable traveling within region(s).

Strong local networks and proven recruitment for diverse populations.

Confident with WhatsApp, Excel/Google Sheets, Zoom/Teams, digital recorders.

Familiarity with SurveyCTO/ODK/KoBo;

Professional demeanor, cultural sensitivity, and excellent time management.

To apply, submit your CV and a short note (max 300 words) telling us why you’re interested in the application form below. State your expected day rate and languages.

Position Title: Research & Field Coordinator