Field Manager for PAN India Surveys in Social Sector

Job Opportunity: Field Manager at Ikaai India

Ikaai India is seeking an experienced Field Manager to lead and coordinate field operations for large-scale research, monitoring, and evaluation projects across India. This role is crucial in ensuring timely and high-quality data collection across diverse sectors such as Rural Development, Disability, Health, Education, Water & Sanitation, Agriculture, Energy, and Market Research.

Location: Sector 18, Rohini, Delhi (with extensive Pan-India field travel)
Application Deadline: 15.07.2025
Reporting: Director – Research/Senior Researcher

Salary: Based on industry standards and experience

Experience Required: 5-8 years in field operations in social and market research.

IMPORTANT

· Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

· Applications not meeting minimum requirements will not be considered.

How to apply: Send your resume and cover letter to:

Email: info@ikaaiindia.in

Subject: Application – Field Manager

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Field Planning & Management

• Arrange and mobilize Pan-India field manpower for data collection
• Prepare detailed field movement and logistics plans for surveys
• Shortlist field investigators and supervisors based on qualification and experience
• Handle daily planning, deployment, and route scheduling of field staff

Team Coordination & Monitoring

• Organize training sessions and ensure quality control in fieldwork
• Monitor field teams’ progress and troubleshoot issues in real-time
• Liaise between field teams and the head office for smooth execution
• Prepare daily updates and field status reports to the head office

Operational & Logistic Oversight

• Ensure all logistical arrangements are in place (accommodation, transport, equipment etc.)
• Manage CAPI/mobile-based data collection and ensure technical smoothness
• Support qualitative data collection (FGDs, KIIs) where required
• Maintain field protocol, data integrity, and adherence to timelines

Education & Skills Required:

• Postgraduate in Social Sciences, Rural Development, Public Policy, or related fields
• Proven experience in handling quantitative and qualitative fieldwork (FGD, KII)
• Strong familiarity with mobile-based data collection tools (e.g., Survey CTO, KoBo, CS Pro)
• Ability to independently manage large field teams and work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and reporting skill

About Us

At Ikaai India Research, we're dedicated to empowering organizations, governments, and stakeholders with precise and actionable insights. Through meticulous data collection, sophisticated analytics, and insightful research, we equip decision-makers with the knowledge they need to drive meaningful change and sustainable progress.

Be a part of our growing team and make a meaningful impact!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Field work in social sector surveys: 5 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 15/07/2025
Expected Start Date: 15/07/2025