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Research Assistant (RA) Remote – SWANA Region NGO Job Samuel Hall
Research Assistant Intern (RA) NGO Job
Tasks & Responsibilities
Objective 1 – Research
- Assume responsibilities of the project cycle from A to Z.
- Support the design and development of research tools and methodologies.
- Conduct secondary research and desk reviews.
- Transcribe interview notes, write field reports, and prepare and contribute to draft/final deliverables in a timely manner with strong analysis and recommendations in line with policy and academic standards.
- Liaise with supervisors to improve the quality of outputs.
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Objective 2 – Fieldwork
- Undertake socio-economic research, including fieldwork and primary data collection
- Plan and supervise project fieldwork, and ensure adequate resource management with field coordinators Support and monitor the field team’s work, provide input to improve the quality of the field team’s interview notes, transcripts, and outputs.
Objective 3 – Organisational Support
- Support business development and pillar tasks
- Ensure all project-related information is stored correctly and support with taking notes in meetings
- Contribute to project meetings and planning
- Direct reporting and support to the research team
Vacancy Requirements Required
Required
- A Master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Political Science, or a related field
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in research in the migration and displacement field
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English and French, and ideally Arabic.
- Past experience specific to the SWANA region
- Experience with mixed methods and linking qualitative and quantitative findings into a compelling narrative.
- Proven experience in writing research papers, consultancy reports, and/or policy briefs
- Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Strong presentation skills and ability to build professional relationships
- Keen attention to detail
- Ability to be patient and to work well within a global team
- Ability to cope well under pressure, occasionally work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience of research of contexts of migration and international development, in particular, specific to vulnerable groups.
- Experience in project management
- Proficiency in French, Arabic or any other language relevant to Samuel Hall’s geographical areas of operation.
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How to Apply
To apply, please submit your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three writing samples to careers@samuelhall.org with the subject line “Research Assistant
(RA) Remote – SWANA Region”
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
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