ABOUT VILLAGEREACH
VillageReach transforms health care delivery to reach everyone. We are driven by a vision of a world where each person has the health care needed to thrive. VillageReach’s goal is to reduce inequities in access to quality primary health care for 350 million people by 2030. We work with governments, the private sector, partners and communities to build responsive primary health care systems that deliver health products, information and services to the most under-reached. As a locally driven and globally connected organization, VillageReach has offices in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique and the United States.
Summary
VillageReach is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment for Central Nevada Health District from March – July 2026 and is seeking a Research Assistant to support with in person qualitative data collection in Churchill, Pershing, Mineral and Eureka Counties. Responsibilities would include traveling with the Project lead to each of county approximately two times and assisting with note taking, interview debriefs and summarizing key takeaways.
Description
Data Collection
- Travel with the Project Lead to Churchill, Pershing, Mineral, and Eureka Counties (approximately 2 visits per county) to support in-person qualitative data collection
- Assist with conducting and/or observing community interviews, windshield surveys, focus groups, and key informant sessions
- Take detailed, accurate notes during all data collection activities and submit them promptly to the Project Lead
Analysis & Documentation
- Participate in post-visit debriefs with the Project Lead to review observations and identify emerging themes
- Summarize key takeaways from each site visit in a clear, timely written format
- Organize and maintain field notes, summaries, and supporting materials in shared project files
Coordination & Communication
- Collaborate with the Project Lead to coordinate travel logistics and scheduling for data collection visits
- Communicate proactively with the Project Lead regarding field observations, scheduling needs, or any issues that arise
- Participate in virtual check-ins and project updates throughout the March–July 2026 project period
- Adhere to data privacy and confidentiality protocols throughout all phases of the project
Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to take clear, detailed notes in fast-paced interview or group settings
- Skill in synthesizing qualitative information into concise, accurate written summaries
- Strong active listening skills and professional communication with diverse community members and stakeholders
- Comfort engaging with people from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and rural backgrounds
- Sensitivity and discretion when working with community health topics
- Dependability for multi-day travel commitments across multiple counties
- Strong time management and ability to meet documentation deadlines
- Familiarity with rural Nevada communities or similar contexts is a plus
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
ENVIORNMENT & PHYSCIAL DEMANDS
- This is a hybrid role combining virtual coordination meetings and in-person field work across rural Nevada
- Data collection visits may require travel for up to two consecutive days, including overnight stays in rural areas
- Community engagement takes place in varied settings, including public venues, community centers and outdoor locations
- Candidates must be comfortable in rural environments and able to interact directly with community members in unstructured, real-world settings
- Extended travel by vehicle is required, including multi-day county trips
- Flexible scheduling and non-standard hours may be necessary to accommodate community member availability
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION:
VillageReach is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. We believe that diverse, equitably weighted perspectives foster an organizational capacity to create novel solutions that improve health in the most under-reached and hard-to-reach areas. To align our values, innovations and impact, VillageReach is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse global workforce.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
This is an immediate hire and therefore resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until Friday, May 8. To apply, please submit your resume to our online portal: http://www.villagereach.org/join-us/.
Hiring Process:
The hiring process will include the following steps:
- Review submitted applications
- Conduct 20-30 minute interviews for shortlisted candidates
- Conduct final interview if necessary
- Confirm availability for upcoming data collection visits
- Make offer
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Benefits
Compensation:
This is a short-term, deliverable-based contract. We expect the duration of engagement to be 2.5 months. The rate is $150 per site visit, with payment issued upon delivery of typed field notes and key takeaways from each data collection visit. This fee includes participation in virtual onboarding and logistics coordination meetings.
Travel costs, including transportation and lodging, will be reimbursed separately.
