Research Officer

LocationMogadishu, Somalia

LevelEntry

Posted3w ago

Research & Evaluation

Quick answer

Evidence for Change is hiring a full-time Research Officer in Mogadishu, Somalia, to support the implementation of humanitarian research and evaluation activities, paying not specified.

Role: Research Officer
Organization: Evidence for Change
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
Level: Entry
Category: Research & Evaluation

The role

The Research Officer supports the implementation of humanitarian research and evaluation activities, undertaking quantitative and qualitative data collection while ensuring high standards of data quality and research ethics.

What you'll do

Conduct quantitative and qualitative data collection
Travel to designated field sites
Ensure data quality and maintain accurate records
Support the design and delivery of enumerator training
Supervise enumerators during fieldwork
Escalate field or enumerator performance issues

What it takes

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Nursing, or another health-related field
Demonstrated experience conducting field-based data collection
Experience using electronic data collection platforms
Familiarity with the humanitarian research and the Somali context
Excellent written and spoken English and Somali
High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality

What you'll bring

Conducting quantitative and qualitative data collectionEnsuring data quality and research ethicsSupporting or supervising field data collectorsUsing electronic data collection platformsFamiliarity with the humanitarian research and the Somali contextExcellent written and spoken English and Somali

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Mogadishu, Somalia.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, experience in data collection, and proficiency in English and Somali.

How do I apply?

Submit your CV and cover letter by email to [email protected] by 30 September 2026.

How to apply

Apply directly on Evidence for Change's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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