Local Data Collector
- Career Category: Research / Development, Social Work, Monitoring & Evaluation
- Schedule:Short-term
- Salary: Negotiable
The Opportunity
- Short term opportunity (approximately 13 days) commencing 16 November until the end of February 2027.
- Contribute to a meaningful research study exploring the collective contributions of Australia Awards alumni to Cambodia's development.
- Support stakeholder interviews, data collection and qualitative research activities.
The Role
Australia Awards Cambodia (AAC) is an Australian Government-funded program managed by Tetra Tech International Development on behalf of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The program supports Cambodia's development priorities through education, knowledge transfer and enduring partnerships with Australia.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Local Data Collector to support the Alumni Targeted Contribution Study Series, which will examine how Australia Awards alumni contribute to organisational, sectoral and broader development outcomes in Cambodia.
Working closely with the Research Lead and Local Data Collection Lead, you will support in-country research activities, including coordinating interviews, collecting and accurately recording qualitative data, transcribing interview responses and assisting with data coding and analysis.
You will contribute to ensuring the quality and integrity of research data and support the preparation of evidence-based findings that demonstrate the contributions of Australia Awards alumni to Cambodia's development.
About You
We are looking for a Cambodian national who is an Australia Awards Cambodia alumni program graduate, with strong research skills and an understanding of Cambodia’s development context.
- Support the planning and coordination of data collection activities, including interview scheduling and fieldwork arrangements.
- Conduct or assist with interviews involving Australia Awards alumni and other relevant stakeholders.
- Accurately record, transcribe and organise interview notes, recordings and qualitative research data.
- Ensure interview records are submitted promptly and meet agreed quality standards.
- Assist with qualitative data coding, organisation and quality assurance using agreed research methods and software.
- Support the consolidation and analysis of quantitative data using Microsoft Excel, where required.
- Contribute to research findings, evidence stories, case studies, reports and presentations.
- Identify and communicate data-quality issues, fieldwork challenges and emerging risks to the research team.
- Maintain high standards of confidentiality, informed consent, ethical research and responsible data management.
- Work collaboratively with the Research Lead and Local Data Collection Lead to deliver research activities within agreed timelines.
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
- Master's Degree in research, monitoring and evaluation, social development or a related discipline.
- Experience in qualitative research, data collection, monitoring and evaluation or related work for 3 years as a minimum
- Experience conducting interviews and transcribing, coding, analysing and managing qualitative data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with qualitative analysis software experience and quantitative skills desirable.
- Advanced English and strong Khmer-language skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Strong attention to detail, research ethics, confidentiality and data management practices.
- A reliable, adaptable and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently and engage effectively with research participants.
Local Data Collector Lead
- Career Category: Research / Development, Social Work, Monitoring & Evaluation, Communications
- Schedule:Short-term
- Salary: Negotiable
The Opportunity
- Short term opportunity (approximately 30 days) commencing 16 November until the end of February 2027.
- Contribute to a high-impact research study examining the collective contributions of Australia Awards alumni to Cambodia's development.
- Lead and coordinate in-country data collection, stakeholder interviews and research activities.
The Role
Australia Awards Cambodia (AAC) is an Australian Government-funded program managed by Tetra Tech International Development on behalf of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The program supports Cambodia's development priorities through education, knowledge transfer and enduring partnerships with Australia.
We are seeking an experienced Local Data Collection Lead to support the Alumni Targeted Contribution Study Series, which will explore how Australia Awards alumni contribute to organisational, sectoral and broader development outcomes in Cambodia.
Working closely with the Research Lead, you will coordinate in-country data collection, conduct interviews with alumni and key stakeholders, ensure research data quality and contribute to qualitative and quantitative analysis. You will also support the development of research reports, evidence stories and presentations that demonstrate the contribution of Australia Awards alumni to Cambodia's development.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Cambodian research professional and former Australia Awards Cambodia alumni who brings strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, along with a sound understanding of Cambodia’s development context.
- Lead and coordinate in-country data collection, including identifying respondents, scheduling interviews and managing fieldwork activities.
- Conduct interviews with Australia Awards alumni and other relevant stakeholders.
- Support the development of research methodologies, interview protocols and data collection plans.
- Ensure accurate documentation, recording and quality assurance of interview and research data.
- Coordinate qualitative data coding and analysis using appropriate research tools and software.
- Consolidate and analyse quantitative data using Microsoft Excel, including data from multiple sources.
- Contribute to desk reviews, research reports, evidence stories, case studies and presentations.
- Work collaboratively with the Research Lead to monitor progress, identify challenges and ensure timely delivery of research outputs.
- Maintain high standards of research ethics, confidentiality, informed consent and responsible data management.
- Khmer - Fluent is required
- English - Fluent is required
- Master's Degree in research, social development, monitoring and evaluation, communications or a related field. A background in communications is highly desirable.
- Experience in applied research, monitoring and evaluation, qualitative research or data collection for 5 years as a minimum
- Demonstrated experience coordinating research activities, conducting stakeholder interviews and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience coding and analysing research data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Khmer, with experience contributing to research reports, case studies or publications highly regarded.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to ethical research, confidentiality and inclusive engagement.
- A proactive, collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute effectively to a research team.
