Act as the primary point of contact for field partners and coordinate household-level (HH) data collection in Jharkhand.
Oversee partner onboarding, survey tool training, sampling protocols, and field launch schedules.
Drive field quality assurance (QA/QC) by conducting back-checks, high-frequency data checks, and spot audits during primary survey rollouts.
Ensure strict adherence to ethical research protocols and data privacy standards.
Design, facilitate, and lead Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with community members, field actors, and domain experts.

Maintain strategic relationships with key government officials, department heads, and local authorities to align project objectives with state and regional priorities.
Act as a liaison between field operations and stakeholders, ensuring smooth approvals and effective communication.
Facilitate administrative permissions, field access, and government coordination necessary for seamless operations.

Work closely with research and program teams to conduct evidence-based research on social policies and author articles and briefs.
Support the production of comprehensive research reports, whitepapers, and presentations for stakeholders.
Support monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis efforts, including building research tools for program implementation.

Education: Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field.
Work Experience: Minimum 4+ years of professional experience in empirical research, field survey management, or social policy initiatives. At least 2 years of direct experience working with state/district government stakeholders in Jharkhand is strongly preferred along with managing a team of enumerators.
Analytical Skills: Strong proficiency in quantitative data analysis. Required experience with statistical tools (Stata, R, JAMOVI, Python, or Tableau) and high proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with social security schemes, cash transfer programs, and poverty dynamics in Jharkhand.
Alignment: A strong belief that cash transfers empower individuals with choice, dignity, and a pathway out of poverty.
Languages: Fluency in spoken, written, and reading Hindi is mandatory. Working knowledge of local dialects spoken in Jharkhand is an added advantage.
Flexibility: Willingness to undertake extensive field travel within Jharkhand as required by study timelines.

Consultant - Field Study & Stakeholder Engagement, Jharkhand

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