Ethnographic Research Officer
Ngo & Social Services Jobs
- CeSHHAR Zimbabwe
- Expires 24 Apr 2026
- Gweru
- Full Time
Job Description
The Ethnographic Research Officer will contribute to the implementation of the ethnographic component of the PACE Study by generating high‑quality qualitative datasets through transcription and translation of ethnographic diaries (Shona and/or Ndebele), conducting quality checks, ensuring secure data management, and supporting ongoing qualitative analysis through NVivo coding. The role requires a strong grounding in qualitative and ethnographic methods, careful handling of sensitive data, and the ability to work closely with the broader qualitative and implementation teams to generate high-quality evidence to inform programme design and adaptation.
Duties and Responsibilities
•Support implementation of the ethnographic work package of the PACE Study in line with study protocols and qualitative research standards.
•Transcribe audio and written ethnographic diaries, using approved study templates.
•Translate ethnographic diaries and qualitative interviews from Shona and/or Ndebele into English while maintaining meaning, context, and nuance.
•Conduct quality checks on transcripts and translations to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and anonymisation.
•Ensure safe storage and secure transfer of qualitative data, in accordance with study procedures and research ethics requirements.
•Code ethnographic and other qualitative data in NVivo using established coding frameworks and contribute to refinement of codebooks as themes evolve.
•Write analytic memos, summaries, and brief reports that synthesise emerging ethnographic findings, patterns, and illustrative quotations.
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Contribute to longitudinal tracking of themes, narratives, and social norms across diary entries and other qualitative datasets.
•Participate in team-based qualitative analysis processes, including coding reviews, interpretation meetings, and data analysis workshops.
•Contribute to preparation of presentations, internal reports, abstracts, and manuscripts based on study findings.
•Ensure all qualitative and ethnographic work is conducted in accordance with ethical guidelines, confidentiality requirements, and safeguarding standards.
•Liaise closely with the Social Scientist and wider
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies or its equivalent
•Master’s degree is an advantage
•Training in qualitative research methods is essential.
•Certificate in Good Clinical Practice
•At least 2 years’ experience in qualitative research, preferably in public health.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, and Shona and/or Ndebele
•Experience in transcription and translation of qualitative data.
•Experience coding qualitative data using NVivo and contributing to thematic analysis.
•Demonstrated understanding of research ethics.
•Experience working
How to Apply
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Step 2: If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to Human Resources and send to vacancies@ceshhar.org . Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Kindly note that candidates for this role will be shortlisted on a rolling basis. CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.
