Key tasks and responsibilities:

Identifying research respondents

Training and managing enumerators in the field

Overseeing and organising the data collection process, including implementing surveys, facilitating Focus Group Discussions, and undertaking Key Informant Interviews

Compiling and translating data

Liaising with senior researchers and clients

Person Specification

Qualification and experience:

Masters in Development Studies, International Relations, Peace and Conflict Studies, or a related discipline

Expertise in one or more of the following; gender, youth, displacement and migration, food security, climate change, livelihoods, education, WASH, health, and M&E

At least 5 years’ experience working in research for an academic institution, development consultancy firm, international organisation or NGO

Experience carrying out research in fragile and conflict affected environments desirable

Fluency in English and local languages

Core competencies:

Research skills: Advanced analytical and conceptual ability, ability to distil information for relevance and context, excellent report writing skills and ability to write in a lucid accessible style

Attention to detail: A commitment to high quality deliverables and reports, meticulous in approach to research and report writing.

Initiative and flexibility: Must be able to work independently, show initiative towards completing goals and objectives, but also have the flexibility to adapt and answer to different demands necessary to fulfil assigned tasks

Teamwork: Openness to ideas and input from others on the team, ability to work collaboratively, have strong listening and interpersonal skills

Organisation: Must have a systematic approach to work, with the ability to multitask and manage time efficiently, meeting deadlines under pressure

Integrity: Must have a strong sense of research and professional ethics, be conscientious in approach to work and be committed to Bodhi’s research standards

Communication: Ability to communicate (verbal and written) confidently in English and to adapt to different audiences and cultural contexts