Research Vacancy at Centre For Research & Development Ltd (CRD)


Research Vacancy at Centre For Research & Development Ltd (CRD)


The Centre for Research and Development Ltd CRD is a specialized development consulting firm that provides customized solutions to challenges across the development sector.

  • CRD works with governments, NGOs, UN agencies and other development partners across several countries.
  • CRD commenced operations in 2017 and has since expanded its expertise across research, evaluation, development consulting, capacity building, policy development, gender analysis, environmental assessment, third party monitoring, impact validation, technical assessments and other development-focused services.

Job Summary

CRD is seeking a Research Assistant Research and Evaluation to support its growing research team.

  • The opportunity is suitable for researchers with experience in data collection, qualitative research, fieldwork and research reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Develop research proposals, reports and other research documents.

  • Design and configure digital data collection tools using platforms such as Kobo and SurveyCTO.
  • Conduct field research, including Focus Group Discussions FGDs, Key Informant Interviews KIIs, In-Depth Interviews IDIs and community scorecards.
  • Transcribe and translate qualitative field data.
  • Support research training, workshops and reporting activities.
  • Supervise enumerators and coordinate field operations.
  • Support research and evaluation activities as required by project teams.
  • Contribute to data management, analysis and documentation.

Qualifications & Requirements

Completed Master’s Degree in a relevant field, according to the vacancy notice.

Diploma, HND or Degree holders in relevant fields may also be considered based on the requirements of the specific assignment.

  • Relevant experience in research, data collection, qualitative research and fieldwork.
  • Experience using digital data collection platforms such as Kobo and SurveyCTO.
  • Experience conducting FGDs, KIIs, IDIs and other qualitative research methods.
  • Strong transcription and translation skills.
  • Experience in research reporting and documentation.
  • Ability to supervise enumerators and coordinate field activities.
  • Good communication, analytical and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in diverse field environments.
  • Knowledge of research, monitoring and evaluation, public health or development-sector projects is an advantage.

Ideal Candidates

  • This opportunity may be suitable for professionals or researchers building  careers in Research, Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences and related fields

Location: Nationwide (All States)

Employment Type: Not Specified

Deadline: 15 September 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter as one document to:

recruitment@crdbd.org

Note:

  • Applicants should ensure that their application clearly demonstrates relevant research, fieldwork, qualitative data collection and reporting experience.