Field Researcher (2 Positions)

JOB TITLE: Field Researcher (2 Positions)
LOCATION: Hargeisa, with frequent travel to field camps
CONTRACT DURATION: 3 Months
SALARY: $400/month
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10th August 2025

About The HALO Trust

For over thirty years, we’ve been saving lives and helping war-torn communities recover, by making their land safe. When conflict ends, land is all too often littered with landmines and other dangerous explosives
Families live in fear and poverty
They can’t plant crops or graze cattle and day-to-day activities like getting to school and fetching water are fraught with risk
True peace doesn’t come until their land is safe. Our mission is to protect lives and restore the livelihoods of those affected by conflict. We do this by recruiting and training local men and women to clear landmines in their own communities
With their earnings, they can rebuild their lives
Some buy livestock, others plant crops or even start a business
They are once again in control of their own destiny. We are proud that 98% of our 8,600 employees come from the communities we serve.

Main Role Description

The Field Researcher will be based at HALO’s Somaliland Programme Headquarters in Hargeisa, with regular travel to remote field camps and minefields. This includes living in basic conditions for extended periods. The primary role is to conduct interviews as part of a research study aimed at improving operational safety for HALO’s field staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Field Researcher and interviewer training
• Understand and follow the interview guide and informed consent protocol
• Conduct in-person interviews with HALO field staff (deminers, team leaders, supervisors) in Somali
• Record interviews and log responses using tablets and audio tools
• Review interview transcripts for accuracy in both Somali and English
• Upload survey data and audio files securely
• Ensure participants are informed about the study purpose and their rights
• Participate in regular check-ins with the research team

Information & Data Security Responsibilities

• Follow all HALO data protection and security policies
• Maintain confidentiality of all data collected
• Report any data loss, breach, or mishandling immediately
• Apply informed consent consistently in all interviews

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in a social science); final-year students may be considered
• Fluent in Somali and English (spoken and written)
• Confident using Microsoft Office and mobile devices (e.g. tablets)
• Strong communication skills
• Empathetic, respectful, and professional in approach
• Self-motivated and organized
• Willing to live and work in remote, basic conditions
• Previous experience in field research is an advantage

Email your CV, cover letter, and two references to: hr.recruitment@halosom.org

Applications without a cover letter and references will not be considered

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

The HALO Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage women to apply. Selection is based solely on ability and suitability for the role.