REACH Research Officer

15 نوفمبر، 2022

0 1 3 دقائق

Job Purpose

REACH is currently seeking qualified applicants with experience in research, assessments and/or data to serve as Research Officers.

The REACH Research Officers (ROs) will contribute to research on a number of topics, including conditions and needs in host communities through multi-sectoral needs assessments.

This includes leading on research design, training of field staff, coordination of data collection and cleaning, analysis of key findings, production of information products (factsheets, dashboards, etc.), and dissemination of information to key humanitarian response actors and partners.

Past experience working on needs assessments in the humanitarian system as well as experience with managing and processing large datasets (including in Microsoft Excel) is required. Excellent English skills are a must. Experience with capacity building and Kobo Toolbox is preferred. Any additional statistical analysis software (eg. R) or data visualisation skills (eg. Tableau) are an asset but not required. The ideal candidate has excellent communication and organisational skills, and has a professional and proactive attitude.

Objectives

Objective 1: Research Design, Implementation, and Coordination

Under the supervision of the Senior Assessment Officer, the RO will contribute to designing or improving the methodologies and research tools. The RO will then execute the planning, coordination, implementation, and follow-up of research activities in line with overall project objectives and deadlines.

This will include the design of data collection tools (household and KI surveys, focus groups, etc.); training of field staff on research tools and methodologies; and management and coordination of data collection and cleaning. The RO will ensure regular reporting on research progress and participate in internal coordination meetings.

Objective 2: Analysis and Information Product Creation

With the support of the Senior Assessment Officer and Data Officer, the RO will contribute to the analysis of key research findings and incorporate them into information products such as factsheets, briefings, reports, dashboards, etc. The RO will work to ensure the quality and accuracy of information products and to ensure that products are delivered to key stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.

Objective 3: External Engagement

In collaboration with the Senior Assessment Officer, the RO will contribute to the engagement with the relevant response stakeholder to identify research priorities and facilitate the use of key findings in planning and programming. The RO may also be requested to represent REACH in coordination meetings, donor presentations, or meetings with partner organisations as relevant.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Research Activities

a. Research design and tool development

– Definition of research objectives and questions to address key information gaps;

– Identification of appropriate research methodologies;

– Development of data collection tools and questionnaires including the drafting, translating, and reviewing of assessment indicators in coordination with clusters and working groups (household, key informant, FGD).

b. Monitor data collection and cleaning

– Support the training of field data collection staff on research aims and tools;

– Monitor field data collection in collaboration with REACH Field Managers and Senior Assessment Officers

– Monitor the quality of data collected, undertake appropriate checks on data collected in the field and resolve discrepancies and quality issues.

c. Preparation and production of information products

– Cary out data analysis in line with research questions and objectives, with the support of REACH data teams where needed;

– Contribute to factsheet production and reports using InDesign and work closely with REACH GIS Officers to produce mapping outputs.

d. Dissemination of findings and external engagement

Present key findings to relevant response actors and facilitate use of data for evidence-based planning and advocacy;
Coordinate with relevant actors and partner organisations to ensure research is aligned with priority information needs.

Internal Communication Processes

The RO will work directly with the Senior Assessment Officer/Assessment focal points, Data Officer, GIS officer, and Research Manager in country and liaise with IMPACT HQ in Geneva to ensure the quality and effectiveness of products developed. She/he will ensure effective internal communication with mission and IMPACT HQ colleagues.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

The REACH RO will maintain the strictest confidentiality of data and processes. She/he will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorised sharing of information and data.

*Monthly Salary:1059 JOD

Skills

QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements

– University undergraduate degree or 2+ years relevant experience;

– Experience conducting research/assessments or working with data (academic research experience included);

– Fluency in English, excellent communication and writing skills;

Desired

– Technical skills in any of the following:

• Strong Excel skills;

• Previous experience with mobile data collection (ODK, ONA, KoBo);

• Good understanding of research methods (including sampling frameworks);