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Job Summary

Job Title:
Transcriber
Employer:
Busara
Location:
Kampala
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
social science jobs
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Friday, 3 April 2026

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Since 2014, Busara has evolved from a small behavioral science lab in Nairobi into a boutique research and advisory organization. Our diverse team of over 130 staff from 15+ countries has engaged in diverse projects across more than 50 countries in sectors like agriculture, health, governance and inclusive finance. While headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, we have expanded our footprint with offices now in India, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Latin America.

Full-time

Deadline: 

3 Apr 2026

Transcriber Job at Busara

Busara

Job Description

The Transcriber ensures all field-collected data is accurately transcribed, cleaned, verified, and prepared for analysis. The role holder will work closely with Busara offices, academic researchers, and advisory clients to maintain data integrity, resolve inconsistencies, support quality assurance processes, and ensure that data meets project standards and deadlines.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

The Transcriber will work closely with Busara offices and directly with academic researchers and advisory clients to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

  • Transcribe and clean all field-collected data accurately and consistently.
  • Review survey and interview responses for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to project protocols.
  • Identify, flag, and resolve data inconsistencies or missing responses in collaboration with Field Officers and Project Leads.
  • Support translations and back-translations of survey instruments or participant responses.
  • Conduct quality assurance checks on datasets before submission for analysis or reporting.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of data processing, quality checks, and issues encountered.
  • Provide timely updates to the Project Lead regarding data quality and field challenges.
  • Ensure confidentiality and ethical handling of all participant data.
  • Support Field Officers and contribute to their training on data quality procedures as needed.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Lead.

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