National Institute for Development and Research (NIDR) Vacancy for Research Associate

National Institute for Development and Research (NIDR), Imadol -4, Golbhatta, Lalitpur is a national level research consultancy, working since 2012 in the field of research, survey, and evaluations. We are hiring the following staffs:

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - [FEMALE -1]

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Public Health

• Experience: 1–2 years of relevant experience in research, data analysis, or program evaluation, proposal and report writing.

• Skills:

  • Strong monitoring and evaluation skills

  • Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.

  • Proficiency in research software (e.g., Kobo Toolbox, STATA, SPSS, R, NVivo).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

  • Good interpersonal skills and writing fluency in both Nepali and English is preferred.

  • A two-wheeler license, and their own vehicle and resident of near Imadol, Lalitpur area will be given priority.

  • Willing to office as soon possible

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct literature review and assist in developing research proposals, including defining research questions, methodologies, and data collection strategies.

• Support the preparation of research/survey plans, timelines, and budgets

• Conduct data collection through surveys, interviews, focus groups, or secondary data

• Develop database of questionnaire in Kobo Toolbox

• Perform data cleaning, coding, and preliminary analysis using software such as Excel, SPSS, STATA, or R.

• Support to analyze qualitative and quantitative data.

• Coordinate and communicate with field teams, project partners, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project operations.

• Track project progress, maintain detailed documentation, and report regularly to

Office Time: 9 AM to 5 PM (Monday to Friday)

Interested candidates can apply with updated CV and Motivation Letter by April 30, 2026 at Email: hrd.nidr@gmail.com with writing subject line Application for Research Associate.

Note: Only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted. No phone calls will be taken for queries.