Vacancy Announcement

Field Research Officer (FRO)

Projahnmo Research Foundation (PRF) in association with Johns Hopkins University, USA has a long and illustrious history of conducting research in Bangladesh. PRF’s research has contributed to improvement of health of Bangladeshi citizens and has supported the career development of numerous Bangladeshi public health professional. Projahnmo Research Foundation (PRF), in collaboration with national and international partners, is implementing the World Health Organization’s HEARTS-D guidelines in Sylhet, Bangladesh to develop, optimize, and evaluate a community‑to‑facility integrated strategy for Type‑2 Diabetes (T2D) control and prevention in Sylhet City Corporation. This mixed‑methods hybrid implementation/effectiveness trial engage community health workers (CHWs), Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCCs), the District Hospital Non-Communicable Disease Corner, with secure digital data capture. Projahnmo Research Foundation is seeking qualified and motivated applicants from Bangladeshi nationals for the position of Field Research Officer (Qualitative).

Duty station: Sylhet District, Sylhet.

Job Description / Responsibility:

• Review and understand formative research objectives and study tools and techniques (KII, IDI, FGD guidelines)
• Create a detailed data collection plan and coordinate with facility heads and community stakeholders for scheduling interviews and FGDs
• Collect data by using qualitative data collection tools and techniques (IDI, FGD etc.)
• Ensure proper recording and documentation of discussions
• Able to transcribe Bangla audio within the given timeframe
• Assist coding and data analysis to produce scientific articles, reports, and other materials
• Coordinate with hospital staff (public and private) and uphold values of the organization
• Explain study objectives clearly to participants.
• Obtain written informed consent before interviews.
• Ensure confidentiality and anonymity of participants.
• Ensure proper and optimum use of project logistics, including data forms, tab, laptop/desktop computer, etc.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, seminars and workshops as required by the program and organization
• Maintain monthly field expenses and supporting documents
• Carry out any other activities assigned by supervisor/organization in relation to study/organization

Educational requirement and relevant experiences

• Master’s in Anthropology/Social Science/ Development Studies/ any relevant subject

Experience Requirement:

• Candidates who having working experience in qualitative data collection will be given preference

Competency Requirement:

• Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and power point
• Familiarity with qualitative data analysis software will be an added advantage

Additional Requirement

• Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the stakeholders.
• Should be able to communicate effectively both in Bangla and English.
• Able to summarize the results or observations.
• Should be willing to work beyond office hours including weekends and holidays (if needed)
• Knowledge of ethical guidelines
• Should be able to work with a team
• Should be able to understand the Sylheti language  

Job Nature: Fixed term

Reports to: Manager, Qualitative Research

Salary and benefits: 55,930/- per month including house rent, conveyance allowance, retirement fund and other admissible benefits.

Initial appointment may be extended for a further period depending on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.