Research Assistants at an Abuja - Based Research Centre

An Abuja-based research centre is seeking 2 Research Assistants (1 male, 1 female) to conduct field interviews with informal sector workers in markets across the FCT.

Assignment Details

• Duration: 1–2 weeks, starting Friday, 20 November 2026, with availability on Saturday, 21 November 2026 preferred
• Location: markets within the FCT
• Working Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, with breaks for refreshment and lunch, depending on the interviews arranged

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face, semi-structured interviews with informal sector workers in market settings
• Explain the study’s informed consent protocol and Ethical Approval Letter clearly to respondents, and obtain consent before each interview
• Audio-record interviews (with consent) and take accurate field notes
• Produce complete, accurate interview transcripts in English, including translating interviews conducted in local languages
• Handle all research data confidentially and in line with research ethics

Required Qualifications and Skills

• OND, HND or a first degree, preferably in the social sciences or a related field
• Proven experience in qualitative field research, particularly conducting in-depth or semi-structured interviews
• Strong interviewing skills: asking open questions, probing for detail, and keeping conversations focused without leading respondents
• Sound understanding of research ethics, including informed consent, confidentiality and respondents’ right to withdraw
• Strong transcription skills: able to produce verbatim, well-organised transcripts in English within agreed timelines
• Fluency in English and at least 1 major Nigerian language (e.g. Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Nigerian Pidgin)
• Comfortable using a smartphone or digital recorder for audio recording, and basic computer skills (Microsoft Word)
• A valid Tax Identification Number (TIN)

Desirable

• Experience working in informal settings or on informal economy issues
• A relaxed, respectful manner that puts informal workers at ease
• Familiarity with FCT markets

Remuneration: competitive fees. Meal and transport allowances will be provided.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.