The Volunteer Research Assistant will support VEF's research team in implementing an upcoming feasibility study, collecting and managing research data while ensuring accuracy and adherence to ethical standards.

• Job Location: Remote
• Employment Type: Volunteer
• Salary: Unpaid (reasonable project-related expenses covered)

Voices and Evidence Frontiers (VEF) works within the research and development space, using evidence and research to support programmes and decision-making. The organization is providing an avenue for early-career professionals to gain practical exposure to the processes involved in conducting a real-world feasibility study in Northeast Nigeria.

• Conduct telephone interviews and administer research tools according to established project protocols and ethical standards.
• Ensure the completeness, accuracy and quality of information collected.
• Accurately transcribe interview recordings and research notes.
• Carry out data entry and basic data-cleaning activities.
• Support research documentation and data-management activities.
• Maintain the confidentiality of research participants and information.
• Follow appropriate informed-consent procedures.
• Complete assigned research activities within agreed deadlines.
• Undertake other study-related responsibilities assigned by the Research Team Lead.

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Previous experience supporting research, surveys, assessments or evaluations.
• Experience conducting telephone interviews or other forms of remote data collection.
• Experience with data entry and data-management processes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Professionalism and commitment to producing high-quality data.
• Familiarity with digital data-collection tools will be an advantage.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should Apply here.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit
This role is ideal for an early-career researcher or recent graduate interested in humanitarian and development research. It offers practical experience, mentorship, and coverage of reasonable project-related expenses.

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