Country Field Coordinator – Somalia Job IRES

Duty Station

• Somalia

Contract Type

• Consultancy Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all field logistics and operational activities for assignments implemented in Somalia.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and manage field enumerators and data collection teams.
• Liaise with local partners, humanitarian actors, local authorities, and community leaders.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols, safeguarding standards, andethical research practices.
• Coordinate community entry processes and local stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee data collection quality assurance processes including spot checks and back-checking.
• Facilitate FGDs, KIIs, IDIs, and household surveys.
• Support translation and contextual adaptation of tools where necessary.
• Prepare field updates and logistical reports.
• Ensure timely completion of all field activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, Public Health, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience coordinating field data collection in Somalia, preferably in Lower Juba or Afmadow District.
• Demonstrated experience working in humanitarian and fragile contexts.
• Experience working with IDP populations and vulnerable communities.
• Fluency in Somali and English is required.
• Strong coordination, logistical, and team management skills.
• Experience with digital data collection systems is an added advantage.

Desired Competencies

• Strong field coordination and operational management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and community
  engagement.
• Ability to work effectively in insecure environments.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and copies of all required certifications to trainingjobs@indepthresearch.co.ke by 19th May 2026.
Please include the title of the position in the subject line.

All documents must be in PDF format.

Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted