Turning Data into Decisions.
Specializing in high-impact research, data systems, and multilingual consulting across East Africa.
Our Services
This briefly introduces our core services
Survey Design & Data Collection
- Advanced tool development (SurveyCTO/XLSForm) with robust constraints, skip logic, and repeat rosters
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Clean, precise summaries using Python, Stata, and Excel - dashboards using looker studio;
Translation & Localization
Expert Swahili–English translation with cultural and contextual sensitivity
Capacity Building
- Training sessions for enumerators, analysts, and partner staff - Workflow documentation and handover support
Why Choose Us
Detail-Oriented Leadership
Our team is led by seasoned professionals who prioritize clarity, accountability, and impact.
Technical Rigor
We bring advanced coding, data visualization, and statistical knowledge to every engagement.
Cultural Sensitivity
Our approach ensures respectful translation, inclusive communication, and meaningful data use.
Trusted Track Record
We’ve supported complex projects in education, health, agriculture, and governance.
MISSION
GJ Research and Consultancy Service is committed to:
– Designing and implementing high-quality research and data systems tailored to local contexts
– Providing culturally sensitive translation and multilingual support for impactful communication
– Building capacity through training, mentorship, and collaborative knowledge sharing
– Delivering scalable survey tools and workflows that meet global standards
– Upholding integrity, professionalism, and inclusivity in every engagement.
VISION
To become East Africa’s most trusted research and consultancy firm—bridging linguistic, cultural, and technical divides to deliver inclusive, data-driven solutions that empower communities, institutions, and governments.
About Our Company
GJ Research and Consultancy Service is a Tanzania-based firm founded in October 2024, and official registered on March 13 2025. Specializing in high-impact research, data systems, and multilingual consulting across East Africa. Our mission is to bridge linguistic, cultural, and technical gaps—delivering tailored solutions that empower organizations, communities, and decision-makers. you. Founded on values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we serve governments, NGOs, academic institutions, and development partners who seek evidence-driven insights and scalable strategies.
Client Testimonials
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Projects
Labour Exchange Teams for Development Project (LET4DEV)
Location : Kagera Region
Duration: Sept-Nov 2024
Collaboration: EDI Global and Fribourg university
(Pilot study), Labour Exchange Teams for Development Project (LET4DEV) is a project in which help workers (mostly women) to form teams and exchange labour within that team, according to a pre-established schedule. The terms of reference described here are for the pilot of the project, that is considered as necessary by the Chair of Development Economics and Economic History (CDEEH) to obtain a funding of the project.
In rural Sub-Saharan Africa, women tend to spend most of their time in home production Fribourg university and in unpaid activities.1 Their access to job market opportunities is restricted due to sept-Sept- Nov 2024 several factors, ranging from social norms dictating the role of women to the scarcity of Tanzania employment opportunities around their places of residence.
Labour exchange teams have been shown to provide several advantages to its members: motivation associated with sharing tedious tasks increases,2 work can also be carried out more efficiently, or at a key time given weather conditions.3 In addition, farmers share information and benefit from more flexible access to labour.4 Thanks to these arrangements, farm productivity is estimated to increase by 30%.5 Last, there is also evidence that women who participate in these teams benefit from greater employment opportunities.
eKichabi
Location : Kagera Region
Duration: 2024
Collaboration: EDI Global and Cornell University
eKichabi: Information Access through Basic Mobile Phones in Rural I was responsible for implementing the census survey with firms, and a baseline and Tanzania endline survey with households. The Census took place in 100 villages in Kagera region.
2024 During the endline 3341 households were interviewed in 210 villages.
Tanzania
Livelihoods Baseline-
(Camfed project)
Location : Morogoro and Iringa
Duration: October 2024-Jan 2025
Collaboration: EDI Global and Camfed Tanzania
The study employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods to evaluate the impact and cost-effectiveness of CAMFED’s support for young women’s livelihoods in Tanzania and Zimbabwe.
The quantitative component includes cohort data collection with and without a comparison group, while the qualitative component involves in-depth interviews and focus group discussions to capture the experiences and perspectives of participants.
Additionally, a cost-benefit analysis (CBA) is conducted to assess the financial implications and value generated by the program. Data management practices ensure the ethical handling and confidentiality of the information gathered, and the study is
grounded in a collaborative and participatory research design, engaging various stakeholders throughout the process.
Next Generation
(Kizazi Kijacho)
Location : Dodoma Region
Duration: Jan-June 2025
Collaboration: EDI Global and Stockholm university
Kizazi Kijacho: Research to Inform Innovative Early Childhood Development Programming for the Next Generation, – Kizazi Kijacho (The Next Generation) is a six-year program launched in October 2022 to enhance early childhood development (ECD) outcomes in Tanzania. The program focuses on the first 1,000 days of life, integrating a parenting intervention with cash transfers to improve child development. To evaluate its impact, EDI Global collaborated at Stockholm University to implement a rigorous multi-arm randomized controlled trial (RCT), collecting data from 3,580 households in Dodoma Region.
The poster highlights these methodological achievements, particularly the large-scale implementation of a standardized pop-up shop and strategies used to encourage couple participation. These innovations contribute valuable insights into designing household decision-making experiments in similar contexts.
Ongoing Projects
DMPA
Location : Nairobi Kenya
Duration: July-September 2025
Collaboration: EDI Global & Mathematica Company
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Women’s Health Innovations (WHI) team, through the PrIMA Initiative, is leading a 3-year strategy to support the commercial introduction of DMPA-SC (a self-injectable contraceptive) in the private sector across Kenya, Uganda, Pakistan, and India.
The goal is twofold:
1.Strengthen supply to ensure sustained availability of DMPA-SC.
2.Boost demand by increasing awareness, comfort, and consistent use among women and girls.
This initiative also aims to develop scalable business models that could be adapted globally.
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At GJ Research, we believe that collaboration is key to driving impactful change. Whether you’re a researcher, practitioner, or an organization focusing on data for better decisions, we want you to join us. Together, we can empower communities and build lasting solutions.