Rural Development

We are looking for a dedicated and field-oriented Researcher – Rural Development to support evidence-based planning and monitoring of rural development projects. The ideal candidate will design and conduct field research, analyze rural socio-economic data, and generate actionable insights to improve the impact of interventions in agriculture, livelihoods, health, education, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct field-based research and surveys in rural areas.
• Collect qualitative and quantitative data related to rural livelihoods, government schemes, infrastructure, education, health, agriculture, and employment.
• Liaise with village communities, Panchayati Raj Institutions, SHGs, and local stakeholders.
• Analyze data and prepare research reports, case studies, and policy briefs.
• Monitor and evaluate ongoing rural development programs and assess their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with program and project teams to integrate findings into implementation strategies.
• Maintain ethical standards in data collection and ensure community consent.
• Present findings to internal teams, donors, or government stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Rural Development, Social Work, Sociology, Development Studies, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in rural research or development projects (freshers with fieldwork exposure can also apply).
• Strong understanding of rural dynamics, government schemes (like MGNREGA, PMAY, NRLM, etc.), and socio-economic issues.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools (MS Excel, SPSS, KoboToolbox, etc.).
• Fluency in local language(s) and willingness to travel and stay in rural areas.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong communication and community engagement skills.
• Experience in impact assessment or baseline/endline surveys.
• Report writing and documentation skills in English and Hindi (or regional language).
• GIS or participatory rural appraisal (PRA) knowledge is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹8,145.56 - ₹23,054.83 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person