Experience Required: At least 2 years
Department: Development & Management Consulting
Application Deadline: Saturday, 17 January 2026
LCP regularly conducts high-quality qualitative and quantitative research. This is an excellent opportunity to engage with LCP and become part of our future work. We are currently accepting applications for upcoming projects. Following an evaluation process, suitable candidates will be contacted regarding potential future opportunities. Please note that submission of an application does not guarantee immediate employment. However, all shortlisted and selected candidates will be considered upon evaluation for engagement in upcoming and future research projects, subject to project requirements and availability.
The purpose of this role is to support management consulting assignments by conducting high-quality qualitative (and relevant quantitative) data collection activities. The Qualitative Data Collection Coordinator ensures ethical compliance, methodological rigor, and accurate documentation of field data to support evidence-based analysis and project outcomes.
1. Required Qualifications & Competencies
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using tablets, smartphones, and digital data collection tools/software.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Comprehensive summary, deep research insights, and clear transcription of findings presented professionally in both English and Bangla.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data recording and documentation.
- Flexibility to work in diverse field settings and adapt to changing project requirements.
- Proven hands-on experience in conducting FGDs, KIIs, and IDIs.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of experience in qualitative field research or data collection.
- Prior experience working with consulting firms on qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis is preferred.
2. Key Responsibilities
- Conduct mostly qualitative and to some extent quantitative data collection activities in accordance with approved research protocols, methodologies, and ethical standards.
- Implement data collection methods including Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), In-Depth Interviews (IDIs), surveys, observations, and sampling techniques.
- Prepare structured field reports summarizing findings from FGDs, KIIs, and IDIs, highlighting key insights and actionable recommendations.
- All qualitative interview findings are required to be fully transcribed into English, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and proper documentation.
- Manage field operations, including site coordination, permission collection, logistics management, and ensuring team safety and equipment security.
- Coordinate and collaborate with researchers, project managers, and relevant stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
- Maintain professional and respectful engagement with research participants, clearly explaining study objectives and addressing questions or concerns.
- Apply quality assurance measures to ensure data accuracy, reliability, and consistency, including routine data quality checks.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of fieldwork activities, expenses, data collection processes, and observations.
- Participate in training sessions and capacity-building initiatives to enhance field research skills and methodological knowledge.
- Has strong management capability and the right mindset for client Management.
3. Compensation
Market-competitive and negotiable, based on qualifications, experience, and project scope.
4. Equal Opportunity Commitment
LightCastle Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, color, or race.
5. About LightCastle Partners
LightCastle Partners is a data-driven consulting firm committed to fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth. We collaborate with development partners, private sector organizations, and public institutions to design and implement high-impact solutions grounded in evidence.
Our portfolio includes:
- 150+ development and private sector clients
- 250+ completed consulting engagements
- Partnerships with 1,500+ SMEs and startups
- USD 150M+ investments mobilized
- Support to 50+ accelerator and incubator programs
- The largest market and industry datasets across 30+ sectors in Bangladesh
LightCastle Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. It believes in fostering diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate based on gender, color, or race.
