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Officer, Research and Learning at BRAC International, Nairobi, Kenya

BRAC International

Officer, Research and Learning at BRAC International, Nairobi, Kenya

BRAC International

Full time Job

Date Posted: January 18, 2025

Application deadline:

Expired on: January 23, 2025 5:00pm

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Job description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and clean data while documenting actions taken
  • Regularly conduct qualitative and quantitative data analyses with a high-level of attention to detail
  • Create data visualisations (e.g., charts & graphs)
  • Develop reports and data dashboards to monitor key project indicators
  • Conduct desk research and draft literature reviews relevant to BRAC International’s work (e.g., youth empowerment, early childhood development, sustainable livelihoods, among others)
  • Support in the development of a knowledge management function
  • Travel (10%) required

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

  • Implement programme decisions keeping the safety and dignity of programme participants/clients at the center, mitigate safeguarding risks and contribute to a safe working environment where staff are respected and feel confident to voice concerns without fear of retaliation.
  • Receive mandatory training on the safeguarding policies and reporting channels and have access to policies.
  • Participate in discussions on the safeguarding agenda in monthly meetings and actively voice concerns without fear.
  • Report safeguarding incidents witnessed or experiences to the Safeguarding department. For known cases, maintain neutrality, be sensitive and non-judgemental to victims/survivors, and cooperate with organisational investigations providing accurate information as needed.

Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from a reputed university preferably in International Development/ Public Policy/ Data Sciences or related field

Required Skills, Competencies & Knowledge:

  • Firm grasp of thematic analysis of qualitative data.
  • Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies used for programme evaluation.
  • Excellent grasp of measurement and the challenges associated with monitoring the outcomes of development programs.
  • Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions and formulas.
  • Proficiency with data collection, analysis, and visualization software packages – e.g., STATA, SPSS,
  • Dedoose/ Nvivo, Kobo Toolbox/Qualtrics, Power BI/ Tableau.
  • Ability to work strategically with multiple stakeholders.
  • Capable of working both individually and as part of a team as well as across cultures, with external stakeholders, international colleagues, etc.
  • Excellent communication (written, verbal, negotiation, presentation skills).
  • Self-motivated with an ability to work independently without supervision.
  • Ability to prioritise and deal with competing demands to deliver results.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
  • Computer proficiency on MS office (Word and PowerPoint).
  • Flexible to work from distant location.
  • Overseeing and travel to project site when required.
  • Possess high ethical and moral standards.

Experience Requirements: 

  • Minimum one year of experience in data analysis, research, or M&E.
  • Demonstrated experience analysing qualitative data using Nvivo or Dedoose.
  • Significant experience using Microsoft Excel as well as one other script-based statistical package to analyse quantitative data collected for program monitoring or evaluation. Ability to identify key findings from an analysis and produce succinct and well-written reports.
  • Experience building data visualisations and dashboards
  • Successful completion of literature reviews on at least one BRAC-relevant topic (e.g., gender transformation, climate adaptation, education, etc.)

Application deadline:

Expired on: January 23, 2025

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