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International Rescue Committee
Community Research Facilitator-4
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a Community Research Facilitator to work on a study in South Sudan. This role involves participant recruitment and consent, photography orientation and support, discussion facilitation, and data collection and recording. The ideal candidate will have a degree in public health, social science, or a related field, and at least 4 years of experience in community engagement, health promotion, or facilitation of group processes. The role requires fluency in Dinka and English literacy, as well as experience working with women and vulnerable community groups. The Community Research Facilitator will be responsible for facilitating group discussions, collecting and recording data, and implementing the study's trauma-informed protocols. The role also involves managing group dynamics and power imbalances, and supporting quieter voices. The successful candidate will be expected to adhere to the IRC's values and principles, including integrity, service, accountability, and equality. The IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions and offers benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in the workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Responsibilities Participant recruitment and consent Support community sensitization sessions and assist the Community Advisory Group and research team in identifying and recruiting study participants Conduct informed consent and assent processes in Dinka using study-approved consent forms Administer session-level consent forms at the beginning of each community circle and cross-group session Lead camera and phone orientation sessions, training participants in basic device use and the ethical principles of photography in their community Conduct check-in contacts with photographers during the 7–10 day photography period, providing support and troubleshooting Manage secure collection, storage, and handover of cameras and phones between sessions Facilitate group photo discussion sessions using the SHOWeD method Create and maintain a safe, respectful, and non-directive group environment where all participants feel free to contribute Manage group dynamics and power imbalances, including supporting quieter voices and gently redirecting dominant ones Support or co-facilitate the cross-group dialogue sessions, ensuring structured equal participation from all community groups Audio-record all group sessions with participant permission, using study-provided equipment Take detailed field notes during and immediately after each session, capturing key themes, notable exchanges, and observations about group dynamics Contribute to the master photo log by linking images to participant codes and session notes Transfer recordings and materials to the Research Officer following the study’s data security protocols Transcribe and translate recordings from local language to English Recognize signs of distress, coercion, or disclosure of violence during sessions and respond according to the study’s trauma-informed protocols Implement the study’s referral pathway to connect participants with SGBV, counselling, or health services when needed Maintain group confidentiality norms and reinforce these at the start of every session Requirements & Qualifications Degree in public health, social science, social work, community development, nursing, psychology, education, or a related field Advanced degree preferred Fluency in Dinka (spoken) English literacy required for field notes and reporting Minimum 4 years of experience in community engagement, health promotion, qualitative data collection, or facilitation of group processes Preference highly for participatory methodology Demonstrated experience working with women and/or vulnerable community groups in South Sudan or a similar context Familiarity with the study communities and local social structures, including clan dynamics and community leadership Experience working on reproductive health, gender-based violence, or women’s empowerment preferred Prior experience with photovoice, participatory action research, or visual methods Experience with qualitative data collection tools including audio recorders and tablets Facilitation skills, including the ability to facilitate open-ended, non-directive group discussions Trauma-awareness, including understanding of trauma-informed principles and ability to recognize signs and implement referral pathways with discretion Gender sensitivity, including a deep understanding of gender dynamics in the study context Ethical conduct, including having undergone Human Subjects Research Ethics training Cultural competence, including the ability to adapt research methods to locally meaningful norms without distorting the research intent Confidentiality, including rigorous adherence to data protection and confidentiality Consistent, timely field note-taking, audio recording, and data handover according to protocol Benefits Opportunity to work with a leading international humanitarian organization Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work on a study that aims to improve the lives of women and vulnerable community groups in South Sudan Professional development opportunities, including training and capacity building in research methods and ethics 2. 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