RCONS

To Facilitate and Provide Assistance for Quality Research in Pakistan

By prioritizing the quality of training, RCons ensures that our staff members are proficient in data collection techniques, survey methodologies, and adherence to research protocols.

About us

Established formally in 2006 under section 58(1) of the Partnership Act 1932, Research Consultants (RCons) is dedicated to fostering and supporting quality research endeavors in Pakistan. Our vision

"To Facilitate and Provide Assistance for Quality Research in Pakistan,"

underscores our commitment to advancing research standards and methodologies in the country. At RCons, we leverage ourr extensive field experience to offer innovative and tailored solutions to our valued clients and prospects. We pride ourselves on bringing novelty, innovation, and new paradigms to data collection services and modern approaches for field Monitoring & Evaluation.Our comprehensive suite of services spans various sectors, including academic, socio-economic, education, health, agriculture, and political research.

We specialize in designing research methodologies that precisely address the unique needs and objectives of each client, ensuring the delivery of actionable insights and tangible results. Moreover, our collaborative approach goes beyond merely providing services; we actively engage with our clients to enhance their professional capabilities and understanding of research methodologies. By sharing our rich field experience and insights, we empower our clients to make informed decisions and achieve their research goals effectively.

Capacity

RCons possesses robust capacity bolstered by cutting-edge information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure and access to modern hardware and software packages. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our ability to provide professional services to our clients, ensuring:

Accurate, Reliable, and Quality Data:

We prioritize the collection, processing, and analysis of data with the utmost accuracy, reliability, and quality. Through rigorous quality assurance measures and adherence to industry best practices, we ensure that the data we deliver is robust and actionable.

Timely Submission of Deliverables

Recognizing the importance of deadlines, we are dedicated to the timely submission of all project deliverables. Our efficient project management processes, coupled with proactive communication and coordination, enable us to meet or exceed client timelines consistently.

Confidentiality to the Highest Level:

RCons upholds the highest standards of confidentiality and data security. We recognize the sensitive nature of the information entrusted to us by our clients and prioritize confidentiality in all aspects of our work. Our stringent data protection protocols ensure that client data remains secure and confidential throughout the research process.

Clientage

RCons has established a diverse and prestigious client base, serving numerous national and international organizations since its inception. Some of our esteemed clients include:

What Our Clients Say About Us?

Dr. Ghazala Mansuri Lead Economist, Poverty Reduction & Equity Group The World Bank

We have been extremely satisfied always, with the extreme professionalism of the firm, with the quality of their work, and with their responsiveness to both urgent and routine requests to recheck specific data in the field. We have at times gone back to them several years after a survey for a specific check on the data with excellent results.

Dr. Abbas Rashid Chairmen Society for the Advancement of Education

During the data entry phase, RCons personnel efficiently entered the data raising specific questions and concerns at different levels of this phase to ensure the high quality of the raw data. Their team also did a good job of recoding responses to open-ended questions. SAHE found that RCons have demonstrated excellent data collection and field coordination ability.

Dr. Xavier Giné Senior Economist DECHD The World Bank

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Dr. Tahir Andrabi Professor,Pomona College, USA

They have undertaken a 28,000-household census in the earthquake area for me on a project evaluating the recovery from the 2005 earthquake in northern Pakistan. The project, funded by the World Bank and the National Academy of Sciences, USA had an added household component as well as a school survey. RCons is very responsive to our needs and we find them working very hard to fulfill all their obligations to us. They are always on time and have completed all our projects under budget. Their reporting, both financial and of monitoring data is also exemplary.

Dr. Anila Asghar Assistant Professor,McGill University

I was extremely impressed with Mr. Irfan Ahmad’s professional attitude and work for our project. He conducted this assignment efficiently and competently. The data that they gathered were complete and organized well which made it easier to tabulate them electronically.

Dr. Reehana Raza Director,Institute of Development and Economic Alternatives

Overall our experience with working with RCONS was very good. The RCONS team delivered on time and delivered a quality product

Range of Services

Our firm conducts both Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) and traditional paper-based surveys, ensuring flexible, accurate, and efficient data collection.

Students Reached

Schools

Household

Restaurants

Geographically Achievement

RCons is country's one of the reliable ‘research organization’ with its presence in Punjab, Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa..

RCons places significant emphasis on conducting high-quality training workshops during surveys and research studies. Our team comprises skilled trainers and enumerators who play crucial roles in ensuring the success and accuracy of research endeavors.

Training workshops are essential as they directly impact the quality and reliability of research outcomes. Therefore, RCons invests considerable effort in organizing comprehensive and effective training sessions for our staff. These sessions are meticulously designed to equip our team members with the necessary skills, knowledge, and protocols required to conduct surveys and research studies accurately and ethically.

By prioritizing the quality of training, RCons ensures that our staff members are proficient in data collection techniques, survey methodologies, and adherence to research protocols. This investment in training contributes to the overall excellence and credibility of our research services.

Punjab

Lahore Multan Faisalabad Rawalpindi Sialkot Bahawalpur Gujranwala Jhang Kasur Khanewal Khushab Layyah Lodhran Mandi Bahauddin Mianwali

Balochistan

Quetta Awaran Gwadar Duki Chaman Killa Abdullah Killa Saifullah Lasbela

KPK

Peshawar Abbottabad Kohat Haripur Nowshera

Core Team

Irfan Ahmed Director

graduated from University of the Punjab in 1996 and then he joined Ali Institute for a post-graduate diploma in primary education. After getting his valuable degree, he served the same institute and had been closely involved in establishing and improving training and resource centers for teachers in 12 districts of Punjab in a project funded by UNDP. He joined the LEAPS team in 2002 with the pilot testing and was hired as project Coordinator. He is the one among founder members of RCons.

Sarfraz Bhatti Programme coordinator

graduated from University of the Punjab in 1996 and completed his masters from Imperial College for Business Studies in 2002. He joined the LEAPS team in 2003 and was hired as the District Coordinator, Attock for the project. He is also one of the founder members of RCons.

Riaz Ahmed Project Coordinator

graduated from University of the Punjab in 1999 and earned his Master Degree in English Literature in 2002. After completing education, he joined Consultancy and Training Institute [CTI] and gained valuable experience in Instructional Solution Design. He is localization expert and also has vast experience in adaptation of English Context to local perspective. Now, he is part of RCons team.

Kashif Abid Programme coordinator

graduated from Helliay College, University of The Punjab in 1999 and completed his masters from SYSTEX College for Computer sciences in 2001. He started his career from Idera Taleem o Agahi as IT coordinator. He joined the LEAPS team in 2003 and was hired as the District Coordinator, Faisalabad. He is also one of the founder members of RCons.

Naveed Rasool Programme Coordinator)

graduated from University of the Punjab in 2002 and completed his Masters in POL SCI from Punjab University in 2006. He joined the RCons in December, 2006 and is currently working as project coordinator. He has vast experience of conduct Trainings, Questionnaire Designing and field monitoring.

Abdul Basit Project Coordinator

Kashif Nisar Data Manager

graduated from University of the Punjab in 2002. He joined the RCons in December 2006 and currently working as data manager. He has skills in STATA, Microsoft Visual Basic and Microsoft Access.

Usama Ahmed Software Developer

Graduated from University of the Agriculture, Multan in Information Technology in 2019. He joined the RCons in March 2021 and currently working as Software Developer. His expertise includes back-end technologies such as PHP, MSSQL, MySQL, and the Laravel framework, along with mobile development using Java and Android Studio.

Tahir Ansari Finance Manager

completed his B. com in 1998 and then he joined Fatima Jinnah Old Graduate Association as accountant. He joined the LEAPS team in 2003 and was the Accountant for the project.

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