Senior Research Officer (Local)

Job Overview:
- We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic person to join Riyan Private Limited as a Senior Research Officer. The position is based in Male’, Maldives, with 1 vacancy available. Salary details are variable based on level of effort.

Key Responsibilities:
- Explore business opportunities in socioeconomic research
- Assist in preparing proposals for research projects
- Provide methodologies, workplans, and other technical input required for tender preparation
- Receive instructions, project briefs and clarifications from clients
- Direct and undertake pilot studies and field work
- Design survey tools and samples
- Collect, analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative data
- Prepare reports based on collected data and information
- Translate questionnaires and reports from Dhivehi to English and Vice Versa
- Project Management for research projects including controlling budget, managing staff etc.

Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in social research, social science, development studies, economics or related field
- 2+ years’ experience in conducting research and assessment in the Maldives using qualitative and quantitative data collection methods
- Experience in data analysis and report writing
- Proficient in data analysis software such as SPSS or any other similar program
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Dhivehi
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications

Salary & Benefits:
- Variable allowance based on level of effort.
- Health Insurance
- Benefits and Entitlements standard as per Employment Law
- Staff Development Trainings

How to Apply:
- Interested Candidates, please send in your CV, Educational Certificates and Experience Letters before 10th September 2026. Deadline: 10th September 2026.