Local Data Collection Lead - Australia Awards Cambodia Alumni Study

About the role

Tetra Tech International Development is recruiting a Local Data Collection Lead for a short-term project (about 30 days, 16 November to the end of February 2027) supporting the Australia Awards Cambodia Alumni Targeted Contribution Study Series. Working closely with the Research Lead, you will lead in-country data collection, conduct interviews with alumni and stakeholders, ensure data quality and help produce research reports, evidence stories and presentations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate in-country data collection, including identifying respondents, scheduling interviews and managing fieldwork.
• Conduct interviews with Australia Awards alumni and other relevant stakeholders.
• Support the development of research methodologies, interview protocols and data collection plans.
• Ensure accurate documentation, recording and quality assurance of interview and research data.
• Coordinate qualitative data coding and analysis using research tools and software.
• Analyse quantitative data using Microsoft Excel, including data from multiple sources.
• Contribute to desk reviews, research reports, evidence stories, case studies and presentations.
• Work with the Research Lead to monitor progress and ensure timely delivery of outputs.
• Maintain high standards of research ethics, confidentiality, informed consent and responsible data management.

Required profile

• Cambodian research professional and former Australia Awards Cambodia alumnus.
• Master's degree in research, social development, monitoring and evaluation, communications or a related field; a background in communications is highly desirable.
• At least five years' experience in applied research, monitoring and evaluation, qualitative research or data collection.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating research activities, conducting stakeholder interviews and engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal English and Khmer, with experience contributing to research reports, case studies or publications.

Required skills

• Strong qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience coding and analysing research data.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to ethical research.

Applications close on Friday 6 November at 11:59 PM ICT time. Applicants must submit an updated resume and a statement of suitability.