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Ikaai India Research Pvt. Ltd. is hiring a Research Associate in Delhi.
About the Organisation
Ikaai India Research Pvt. Ltd. is a monitoring, evaluation, and research consultancy organisation that works with governments, institutions, and development stakeholders to generate data-driven insights for policy and programme implementation. The organisation focuses on delivering structured research, analytics, and evaluation support across sectors such as education, rural development, governance, health, infrastructure, environment, and social policy.
Through its monitoring and evaluation (M&E) projects, the organisation contributes to evidence-based decision-making by designing research tools, conducting surveys, analysing datasets, and preparing impact reports. Its work supports organisations in understanding programme effectiveness and improving outcomes through systematic research interventions.
The firm operates as a consultancy that combines field-level data collection with statistical analysis and reporting. Professionals working at Ikaai India gain exposure to development-sector research, evaluation frameworks, and large-scale survey-based studies across multiple thematic areas.
About the Role
Ikaai India Research Pvt. Ltd. is inviting applications for the position of Research Associate. The role involves working on monitoring and evaluation assignments, proposal development, and data analysis tasks connected with research projects implemented across India.
Selected candidates will be expected to contribute to proposal writing, stakeholder coordination, field project implementation, and analytical reporting. The position also includes interaction with clients and participation in presentations connected with research deliverables.
The role is suitable for candidates interested in policy research, social sector analytics, and evaluation-based consulting work. It also provides exposure to field operations and applied research methods used in development-sector projects.
The position is based in Rohini, Delhi, with travel required for field visits across India when necessary.
Roles and Responsibilities
Selected candidates will assist with research, client engagement, and project implementation activities, including:
- Identifying and tracking relevant research and evaluation opportunities through procurement and proposal platforms
- Preparing technical proposals and supporting client presentations
- Designing questionnaires, inception reports, and survey tools for data collection
- Coordinating with clients through meetings, calls, and pre-bid discussions
- Leading and managing research projects and field teams
- Preparing resource plans covering financial, human, and operational requirements
- Monitoring recruitment, training, and supervision of data collection teams
- Conducting field visits and ensuring quality control across survey stages
- Training enumerators and data collectors where required
- Collating and analysing datasets using SPSS, STATA, Excel, or similar software
- Preparing analytical reports and presenting research findings to stakeholders
These responsibilities reflect a combination of technical research work and project coordination functions typical of monitoring and evaluation consultancy roles.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Postgraduate degree in Economics, Rural Management, Social Sciences, or related disciplines
- Understanding of monitoring and evaluation frameworks
- Familiarity with research design and survey-based data collection methods
- Strong analytical and reporting skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
- Excellent written communication skills in English
- Capability to work in deadline-driven environments
- Experience with statistical tools such as SPSS, STATA, Power BI, or Excel
Candidates with relevant experience of one to three years are preferred, although fresh graduates may also be considered.
Salary and Experience
- Salary range: 2.5 to 4 lakh per annum
- Experience required: 1 to 3 years (freshers may apply)
- Probation period: 6 months
The role offers early-stage exposure to applied research and consulting work in the development sector.
Location
Sector 18, Rohini, Delhi
The position involves office-based work along with field travel across India depending on project requirements.
Who Should Apply
This role is suitable for:
- Candidates interested in monitoring and evaluation consultancy
- Researchers working in development-sector policy analysis
- Graduates seeking careers in social research and programme evaluation
- Applicants with experience in data analytics and survey design
- Professionals comfortable working in field-based research environments
Candidates willing to work in a fast-paced research consultancy setting with travel requirements may particularly benefit from this opportunity.
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Application Procedure
Interested candidates are required to apply by sending their resume to the email address provided below with the subject line:
Application for Research Associate – [Your Name]
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hr@ikaaiindia.in