Description and Objectives:
KIID is inviting applications from committed, curious, and community-oriented individuals to join its Research and Assessment Team (KRAT). KRAT plays a critical role in generating high-quality evidence that informs programme design, policy brief, advocacy, monitoring, evaluation, learning, and accountability across KIID and partner’s development interventions.
This opportunity is open to both experienced professionals and motivated individuals with limited or no prior experience, (including unemployed youths, university students, young graduates/ NYSC) who are eager to learn and contribute meaningfully to development research.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will, under supervision and with training where required:
- Support field data collection activities, including surveys, interviews, and community assessments
- Assist with baseline, midline, and endline studies, needs assessments, and monitoring visits
- Participate in project monitoring, evaluation, learning (MEL), and outcome harvesting processes
- Accurately record, verify, and submit data using paper-based or digital data collection tools
- Engage respectfully with community members while adhering to ethical research standards and confidentiality
- Support basic data cleaning, documentation, and reporting activities
- Participate in training, debriefings, and learning sessions aimed at strengthening research and data skills
- Represent KIID professionally during field assignments and community interactions
Required Qualifications and Competencies
KIID encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including those seeking to build a career in research and development.
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum of SSCE, or higher qualification in any discipline
- Strong interest in research, data collection, monitoring, or community development
- Willingness to learn and participate in training on research methods and tools
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in community settings and follow instructions carefully
- Availability for short-term field assignments and occasional travel
Desirable (but Not Mandatory):
- Prior experience in enumeration, surveys, research, or M&E
- Background in social sciences, development studies, public health, statistics, or related fields
- Familiarity with digital data collection platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK, or similar)
- Ability to communicate in local languages relevant to the area of assignment
- Basic computer literacy (e.g., use of smartphones, tablets, or laptops)
Note:Lack of prior experience is not a barrier. Selected candidates will receive orientation and capacity-building support.
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