M&E and Research Field Manager- Uzbekistan

IntroductionSTOOS Consulting is an international consultancy firm specializing in research, assessments, third-party monitoring, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and capacity building for humanitarian and development organizations. Since its establishment, STOOS has supported a wide range of international NGOs, UN agencies, and development partners across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, delivering high-quality evidence and operational insights that strengthen programme effectiveness and accountability.The firm works across multiple sectors including economic empowerment, livelihoods, health, education, protection, governance, climate resilience, and humanitarian response. STOOS frequently deploys field research teams and country-based coordinators to support large-scale studies, surveys, programme evaluations, and monitoring assignments.To support upcoming research and evaluation activities in Central Asia, STOOS Consulting is seeking to engage a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Field Manager based in Uzbekistan to coordinate and supervise field data collection and ensure the quality and integrity of research activities.Position OverviewThe Field Manager will play a critical role in the coordination, supervision, and quality assurance of field research and evaluation activities implemented by STOOS in Uzbekistan. The role will focus on ensuring efficient field operations, high-quality data collection, and strong coordination with local stakeholders and enumerator teams.Working closely with the STOOS central research team and project leads, the Field Manager will ensure that data collection activities are implemented according to agreed methodologies, ethical standards, and operational timelines.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Field Manager will be responsible for supporting the effective implementation of field activities through the following responsibilities:* Leading the planning and coordination of field data collection activities, including scheduling, logistics, and enumerator deployment. * Supervising enumerators and field researchers, ensuring that surveys, interviews, and other research activities are conducted according to approved methodologies and protocols. * Ensuring data quality and integrity through field monitoring, spot checks, and verification of completed surveys and data collection tools. * Supporting the training and orientation of enumerators on research tools, ethical considerations, safeguarding principles, and data collection procedures. * Coordinating community entry and stakeholder engagement with local authorities, civil society organizations, and community leaders to facilitate safe and effective fieldwork. * Identifying and resolving operational challenges during field implementation, including logistical constraints or access issues. * Providing regular updates and reports to the STOOS central team regarding field progress, challenges, and contextual insights. * Supporting the documentation of field observations and contextual findings that may inform analysis and reporting.Required QualificationsCandidates interested in this role should demonstrate the following qualifications:* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Public Policy, Statistics, Public Health, or a related field. * Minimum 5 years of professional experience in research coordination, monitoring and evaluation, or field data collection management. * Demonstrated experience managing enumerator teams and supervising field research activities. * Strong understanding of local governance structures and community engagement mechanisms in Uzbekistan. * Experience working with international NGOs, research organizations, or development programmes is highly desirable. * Fluency in Uzbek and/or Russian, with working knowledge of English preferred. * Strong organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills, particularly in field-based operational contexts.Engagement ModalityThis position will be engaged on a consultancy basis, with assignments implemented depending on STOOS project needs and research activities in Uzbekistan. The Field Manager will work closely with STOOS project managers and research leads, supporting the coordination of field operations and ensuring that data collection activities meet high technical and ethical standards.HOW TO APPLYApplication Instructions:Please apply through the following link:https://forms.gle/K3GjcFgRJcajFKoMA