Peace Winds Japan (PWJ) is seeking qualified and motivated individuals to join our team as Research Assistants to be supporting field-based data collection activities across project sites in Kakuma and Kalobeyei wards. This is a temporary, on-call position based on project needs.
Research Assistants will play a vital role in gathering high-quality qualitative and quantitative data to support program learning, accountability, and improvement across PWJ’s priority thematic areas, including Livelihoods, Shelter, WASH & Solid Waste Management. The position reports to the MEAL Officer or M&E Lead, working closely with project teams to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely data collection using digital tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct household surveys, Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)
- Assist respondents in interpreting interview questions to ensure a complete and accurate response.
- Engage directly with refugees, host communities, and other vulnerable groups.
- Record, organize, and transcribe qualitative notes accurately
- Use digital data collection platforms for field surveys
- Support data quality checks, cleaning, and verification processes
- Adhere to community entry protocols and uphold PWJ’s humanitarian principles
- Perform additional tasks as required during emergency response activities
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma/Certificate in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Agriculture, Environmental Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, IT, or any related field
- Bachelor’s degree is a further advantage
- Prior experience as a Research Assistant, Field Data Collector, or Enumerator is desirable.
- Proficiency in digital data collection platforms (e.g., Kobo Collect, ODK, SurveyCTO, Comcare)
- Competency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Accurate typing and data entry skills
- Fluency in English; knowledge of Swahili, local language (Turkana) and/or refugee community languages (Somali, Nuer, Dinka, Arabic) is an asset.
- Ability to comprehend the research questions.
Personal Attributes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- High accuracy, attention to detail, and consistency in data collection
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work in remote and challenging field environments
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and commitment to PWJ values
- Flexible, adaptive, and proactive in field operations
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to fill the online form Here following the instructions provided by PWJ. The deadline for applications is 23/01/2026 at 5pm.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Peace Winds Japan (PWJ) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment for all.
