Community Research Facilitator (Social Science)

TL;DR

Community Research Facilitator (Social Science): Conducting qualitative community research and facilitating dialogue sessions in South Sudan with an accent on participatory methodologies and ethical data collection. Focus on recruiting participants, leading photovoice sessions, and managing trauma-informed referrals for vulnerable groups.

Location: Malualkon, South Sudan

Company

The hirify.global (IRC) is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations responding to conflict and disaster crises.

What you will do

• Recruit study participants and conduct informed consent processes in Dinka.
• Lead camera and phone orientation sessions, training participants in basic device use and ethical photography.
• Facilitate group photo discussions and cross-group dialogue sessions using the SHOWeD method.
• Perform data collection through audio recordings and detailed field notes.
• Transcribe and translate recordings from local languages to English.
• Implement trauma-informed safeguarding protocols and refer participants to health or counseling services.

Requirements

• Degree in public health, social science, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Fluency in spoken Dinka and literacy in English for reporting.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in community engagement, health promotion, or qualitative data collection.
• Demonstrated experience working with women and vulnerable community groups in South Sudan.
• Familiarity with local social structures, clan dynamics, and community leadership.
• Certification in Human Subjects Research Ethics (e.g., NIH, CITI).

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Prior experience with photovoice or participatory action research.
• Experience in reproductive health, gender-based violence, or women's empowerment.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to narrowing the gender gap in leadership.
• Flexible working hours when possible.
• Maternity leave and transportation support.
• Gender-sensitive security protocols.
• Professional environment based on integrity, service, accountability, and equality.