IIPH Field Research Officer Recruitment 2025 – Apply for 4 Posts in Meghalaya

The Indian Institute of Public Health Shillong (IIPH) has announced the Field Research Officer Recruitment 2025 under the GIZ-funded project “Strengthening Evidence-Based Decision Making in Health”.

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Google Form on or before 31 December 2025.

IIPH Field Research Officer Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Organization	Indian Institute of Public Health Shillong (IIPHS)
Advertisement No.	IIPHS/GIZ-SEB-FC-042/2025/306/HR-009
Date of Notification	19 December 2025
Post Name	Field Research Officer
Number of Posts	4 (Four)
Location	East Khasi Hills (2), Ri-Bhoi (2), Meghalaya
Project Duration	9 Months
Last Date to Apply	31 December 2025
Mode of Application	Online (Google Form)

IIPH Field Research Officer Recruitment 2025 – Educational Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Sociology, Statistics, Nursing, Community Health, or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution.
• At least one year of experience in field-based data collection related to public health, social science research, monitoring & evaluation, or community-based studies.
• Proven experience in conducting structured interviews, key informant interviews (KIIs), and facility-level observations.
• Previous exposure to working with health facilities, district health offices, community health workers, or government health programmes will be considered an added advantage.
• Experience in using digital data collection platforms such as KoBoToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, REDCap, and Google Forms.
• Ability to maintain accurate field notes, logs, and documentation in accordance with prescribed research protocols.
• Working knowledge of health indicators and health information systems including HMIS, RCH, NCD Portal, or similar platforms will be an added advantage.
• Practical experience in data entry, basic data cleaning, and systematic organization of datasets.
• Proficiency in local languages such as Khasi or Bhoi, relevant to the assigned project location, is highly desirable.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Sociology, Statistics, Nursing, Community Health, or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution.
• Prior experience working with government health programmes, Health & Wellness Centres (HWCs), or community-based structures such as VHCs, VHSNCs, ASHAs, and ANMs.
• Basic exposure to data cleaning and preliminary data analysis using tools like MS Excel, SPSS, Stata, or similar software.
• Experience of working in rural or remote areas of Meghalaya or other Northeastern states will be considered an added advantage.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Conduct field-based data collection, including structured interviews, direct observations, and documentation on how district health officials use data for decision-making.
• Work closely with Medical Officers, District Health Officers, Data Entry Operators, and programme managers to collect real-time insights from the field.
• Maintain daily and weekly field logs and ensure accurate documentation in line with research protocols.
• Support the mapping of existing data systems at the district and block levels.
• Undertake extensive field travel within the assigned districts as per project requirements.
• Demonstrate strong communication and coordination skills while interacting with government officials and health personnel.
• Strictly adhere to research methodologies and ethical guidelines during all field activities.
• Contribute to the generation of formative evidence required for designing training modules and strengthening data-use practices.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving data-driven decision-making within district-level health systems.

Skills & Competencies Required:

• Proven capability to carry out quantitative and qualitative field research independently.
• Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills for engaging with community members, health workers, and government officials.
• Working knowledge of mobile-based survey tools and digital data collection platforms such as ODK or KoboCollect.
• Effective written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in local languages (Khasi, Garo, or Jaintia) will be considered a significant advantage.
• Comfortable working closely with community stakeholders and public health personnel at various administrative levels.
• Basic working knowledge of MS Excel and/or Google Sheets for data handling and reporting.
• Ability to efficiently use tablets or smartphones for field data collection activities.
• Understanding of data entry processes, validation checks, and systematic documentation.
• Capability to plan, organize, and conduct field visits with minimal supervision.
• Competence in managing field logistics, scheduling interviews, and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to work under deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Practical problem-solving skills to address field-level challenges such as device issues, participant availability, or travel constraints.
• Willingness to travel extensively within assigned districts as per project requirements.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing field conditions and evolving project needs.

Key Deliverables:

• Conduct structured interviews with Medical Officers, District Health Officers, Data Entry Operators, and program managers.
• Carry out field observations in health facilities and district/block offices to assess real-time data-use practices.
• Maintain daily and weekly field logs documenting decision-making processes, challenges, and data tools used.
• Support case study development by documenting practical examples of data use at the district level.
• Coordinate closely with the Project Coordinator, Data Analyst, and IIPH Shillong technical team.
• Map existing government health data portals, reporting systems, and indicator dashboards.
• Document data flow processes, including data collection, aggregation, reporting, and use in planning.
• Assist in preparing the Mapping of Existing Data Systems Report and Gap Analysis.
• Travel regularly to assigned districts and other project locations as required.
• Liaise with district health officials to schedule interviews, facility visits, and review meetings.
• Attend district-level health review meetings and document discussions on data interpretation and decisions.
• Build strong rapport with government stakeholders to ensure smooth field operations.
• Provide field-based insights to support training modules and district-level capacity-building efforts.
• Assist in pre-testing and validating training materials for field relevance.
• Support baseline and endline surveys under the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) framework.
• Submit progress reports, interview summaries, and observation notes to the project team.
• Participate in internal review meetings to share findings and emerging themes.
• Support logistical arrangements for stakeholder consultations, district meetings, and training events.

IIPH Field Research Officer Recruitment 2025 – How to Apply

• Interested candidates must upload the required details through the Google Form provided by IIPHS.
• Ensure all information is complete and accurate.
• Last date for submission of application: 31 December 2025.

CV Format (Mandatory)

Candidates must submit a CV containing:

1. Full name, complete address, and contact information, including email ID and mobile number.
2. Educational qualifications, specifying diploma/degree, year of passing, and the name of the institution.
3. Language proficiency (spoken and written) and software/computer skills.
4. Work experience, including designation, organization, and duration of employment (candidates with no experience should clearly mention NIL).
5. Research experience and publications, if applicable.
6. Details of two referees under whom the candidate has worked or received training.
7. Any additional information relevant to the position.

General Instructions:

• Mere eligibility does not guarantee interview call
• Only shortlisted candidates will be informed
• No TA/DA will be provided for interviews
• Incomplete or late applications will be rejected
• Recruitment process may be modified or cancelled without notice
• Updates will be published only on www.iiphs.ac.in

Important Links & Dates

Official Advertisement	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
Google Form	Click Here
Last Date To Apply	31st Dec 2025
Home Page	Click Here

About Indian Institute of Public Health Shillong (IIPHS)

The Indian Institute of Public Health Shillong (IIPHS) is a Northeast regional public health institute established in 2015 by the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya. The institute focuses on strengthening public health systems, research, training, and policy support in the North Eastern Region of India.

Source:

Information adapted from the official Indian Institute of Public Health Shillong (IIPH Shillong) Advertistment PDF. For detailed information about IIPH Shillong, including its mission, objectives, and ongoing initiatives, please visit their official homepage.

Disclaimer:

This post is for information purposes only. Candidates should cross-check all details with the official advertisement and the IIPH Shillong website before applying.

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