1. Background
The International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) promotes evidence-informed equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development. We support the generation and effective use of high-quality evidence to inform decision-making and improve the lives of people living in poverty in low- and middle-income countries. We provide guidance and support to produce, synthesise and quality assure evidence of what works, for whom, how, why and at what cost. 3ie is registered as a non-governmental organisation in the United States. It has offices in New Delhi, London and Washington, DC. promotes evidence-informed equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development. We support the generation and effective use of high-quality evidence to inform decision-making and improve the lives of people living in poverty in low- and middle-income countries. We provide guidance and support to produce, synthesize and quality assure evidence of what works, for whom, how, why and at what cost. 3ie is registered as a non-governmental organization in the United States. It has offices in New Delhi, London and Washington, DC.
3ie’s evaluation office, based in New Delhi, is responsible for developing new grant programs for impact evaluations, reviewing and quality assuring 3ie-funded impact evaluations and conducting in-house evaluations. Currently, the office supports projects and programs across various thematic areas, including aquaculture, agricultural innovation, sanitation, immunization and livelihoods, among others.
About the project:
As part of 3ie’s Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) portfolio in India, we are conducting a three-year study that would focus on women’s uptake of digital platforms, a theme of great relevance in the Indian context and policy priorities. Our objective is to document gender gaps in access and usage, analyze design processes, study user journeys, and identify enablers and barriers to women’s engagement with these platforms.
The study proposes to review and conduct an in-depth analysis of the UPI infrastructure for gender intentionality. The project aims to document the design processes and study user journeys and learning by interacting with various stakeholders, such as government officials, primary beneficiaries, i.e., the women, as well as other key stakeholders in the digital space. The primary responsibility of the qualitative researcher will be to transcribe the interviews and focus group discussions conducted as part of the fieldwork in Telangana.
2. Key responsibilities
The qualitative researcher will report directly to the senior evaluation specialist/ senior research associate and will be responsible for transcribing audio recordings of in-depth interviews (IDI), key informant interviews (KII) and focus group discussions (FGD) conducted in Telugu to English. The transcripts should be verbatim, and 3ie may ask for a summarization of the interviews or FGD, if required. The researcher may be required to transcribe a maximum of 80 interviews and FGDs, though the actual number may vary depending on the extent to which the field work has been completed.
3. Qualifications and key competencies
Education: Post-graduate or graduate degree in Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration or related field with an emphasis on qualitative methods. The candidate should demonstrate:
- A minimum of 2 years of prior qualitative research experience
- Proficiency in English and ability to work and write in Telugu.
- Excellent skills in communication, time management, teamwork and relationship management.
- Knowledge and experience of qualitative analysis software like NVivo or Atlas.ti is desirable; and
- Interpersonal and multicultural sensitivity.
4. Eligibility
3ie will recruit researchers to perform the identified tasks. Applications from firms will not be accepted. 3ie is an equal-opportunity employer committed to equality and diversity. We do not discriminate based on sex, age, religion, ethnicity, caste, sexual orientation or for being differently abled. We particularly encourage ethnic minorities and differently abled persons to apply.
5. Terms of employment
The candidate should be available to start work at the earliest. 3ie offers competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications. The candidate will be paid per completed transcription at a rate of INR 1500 per transcript. Our policies and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse. We follow a zero-tolerance policy for any form of bullying or harassment in the workplace
6. How to apply
Please apply by email to msait@3ieimpact.org, copying sbanerjee@3ieimpact.org, mentioning the subject - ‘Consultant (Telugu) - Digital’ in the subject line. Please attach the following documents in one email, and do not attach other documents beyond those requested below:
- A one-page cover letter highlighting experience most relevant to the job description
- Curriculum vitae (not to exceed two pages)
- Contact information for two references
The deadline for applications is 28th September. Due to urgency to fill this vacancy, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
*Incomplete applications will not be considered.
