Research Consultant (Shombhabona Programme)
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring a hybrid Research Consultant based in Bangladesh to lead the implementation research for the Shombhabona Programme, focusing on assessing the impact of interventions on social norms regarding child marriage.
- Role
- Research Consultant (Shombhabona Programme)
- Organization
- UNFPA
- Location
- Bangladesh (with travel to Bagerhat, Chapainawabganj, Gaibandha, Jamalpur, and Noakhali)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
- Apply by
- 2026-06-15
The role
UNFPA is seeking an expert Research Consultant to lead the post-engagement assessment and final phase of implementation research for the Shombhabona Programme in Bangladesh. The consultant will analyze the effectiveness of interventions in shifting social norms related to child marriage, utilizing a mixed-methods approach across four districts. Key responsibilities include refining research frameworks, managing data collection, conducting comparative analysis, and delivering comprehensive reports and policy briefs. This consultancy aims to provide evidence for the sustainability and scalability of programmatic approaches.
What you'll do
- Develop and refine post-intervention assessment frameworks and methodologies.
- Oversee data collection activities, including training and supervising field enumerators.
- Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
- Perform comparative analysis between pre- and post-intervention datasets.
- Prepare high-quality synthesis reports, policy briefs, and findings presentations.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in social science, gender studies, or development studies.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in implementation research related to social norms or child marriage.
- Strong proficiency in mixed-methods research design and execution.
- Excellent skills in data analysis and professional report writing.
- Ability to travel to program districts as required.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
UNFPA covers approved travel and accommodation costs for required district visits.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid consultancy based at the UNFPA Country Office in Bangladesh, requiring field travel to specific districts including Bagerhat, Chapainawabganj, Gaibandha, Jamalpur, and Noakhali.
What is the duration of this contract?
The consultancy is a 60-day assignment scheduled to commence in the second week of June 2026 and conclude on December 25, 2026.
What qualifications are required for this role?
Applicants must hold an advanced university degree in social science, gender studies, or development studies and possess at least 2 years of experience in implementation research, preferably concerning child marriage or social norms.
How is the compensation structured?
Payment is made in three installments: 30% upon the delivery of the inception report, 30% upon submission of the draft report, and the final 40% upon submission of the final report.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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