Community Research Facilitator-4

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Community Research Facilitator to support participatory research in South Sudan. You will work directly with community members, guiding consent processes, facilitating photo‑based discussions, and ensuring ethical data collection. This role is essential for capturing community perspectives and informing humanitarian programs.

Key responsibilities

• Recruit participants, obtain informed consent in Dinka, and manage assent procedures.
• Lead photography orientation sessions, train participants on device use and ethical photography.
• Facilitate community circles and cross‑group dialogues using the SHOWeD method, maintaining a safe, non‑directive environment.
• Record audio of sessions, take detailed field notes, and link photos to participant codes.
• Ensure secure handling, storage, and transfer of cameras, phones, recordings, and transcripts according to data‑security protocols.

Required profile

• Fluent in Dinka with strong communication skills.
• Experience facilitating group discussions or community‑based research.
• Ability to manage consent processes and uphold ethical standards.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Required skills

• Photography and digital camera operation.
• Audio recording and transcription.
• Translation between Dinka and English.
• Data security handling for sensitive research materials.