Consultant – Field Study & Stakeholder Engagement, Jharkhand

Role: Consultant – Field Study & Stakeholder Engagement, Jharkhand Experience: 4 to 8 years  Salary: 14 LPA  Note: This role requires frequent field travel within the state and is a project of 4 months.  ___________________________________ Role Overview We are seeking a Consultant based in or willing to travel extensively across Jharkhand to oversee a field research study. This role focuses on driving data collection and supporting analysis while managing key relationships with government stakeholders, local partners, and ground-level actors. The Consultant will play a critical role in managing data collection deliverables, guiding field partners, monitoring data quality, conducting data analysis, and helping translate primary field insights into policy relevance. Key Responsibilities 1. Field Study & Partner Management Act as the primary point of contact for field partners and coordinate household-level (HH) data collection in Jharkhand. Oversee partner onboarding, survey tool training, sampling protocols, and field launch schedules. Drive field quality assurance (QA/QC) by conducting back-checks, high-frequency data checks, and spot audits during primary survey rollouts. Ensure strict adherence to ethical research protocols and data privacy standards. Design, facilitate, and lead Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with community members, field actors, and domain experts. 2. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Maintain strategic relationships with key government officials, department heads, and local authorities to align project objectives with state and regional priorities. Act as a liaison between field operations and stakeholders, ensuring smooth approvals and effective communication. Facilitate administrative permissions, field access, and government coordination necessary for seamless operations. 3. Research & Data Analysis Work closely with research and program teams to conduct evidence-based research on social policies and author articles and briefs. Support the production of comprehensive research reports, whitepapers, and presentations for stakeholders. Support monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis efforts, including building research tools for program implementation. Qualifications and Requirements Education: Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field. Work Experience: Minimum 4+ years of professional experience in empirical research, field survey management, or social policy initiatives. At least 2 years of direct experience working with state/district government stakeholders in Jharkhand is strongly preferred along with managing a team of enumerators. Analytical Skills: Strong proficiency in quantitative data analysis. Required experience with statistical tools (Stata, R, JAMOVI, Python, or Tableau) and high proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint). Domain Knowledge: Familiarity…