Forcier Research Officer Jobs in South Sudan

Forcier Research Officer Jobs in South Sudan

Job Summary

Forcier Consulting is seeking a Research Officer to implement research projects across South Sudan. The Research Officer will manage projects from start to finish – interfacing with clients, designing tools, training researchers, managing fieldwork, conducting rigorous analysis, and writing detailed reports – all while ensuring projects are executed on time and within budget.

The Research Officer will be based in a regional office, drawing on the research and logistical support of resources there.

Ideal Match

Forcier is looking for a Research Officer that has a passion for data analysis and understanding the impact of development projects in some of the world’s most challenging locations.

Research never goes exactly according to plan, and the Research Officer must approach the problems that will inevitably arise with patience and creativity. An ability to multi-task, and manage multiple projects or various tasks simultaneously, is crucial.

Every day at Forcier is different, and we are looking for those hungry to learn about new subjects, while teaching the rest of our staff thematic areas of expertise.

Our ideal candidate is a strong team player, self-starter, and keen learner – eager to take on tasks outside their comfort zone, and respectfully engage with partners and fellow staff members from different cultural backgrounds.

Daily Tasks

Implement research projects from A to Z, including research & tool design, budget formulation, researcher training, logistical preparation, fieldwork management, quality control, data cleaning, data analysis, and report-writing

Conduct literature reviews, draft concept notes and inception reports, and gather relevant background information as necessary

Create quantitative and qualitative data collection tools for projects, and script in digital data collection platforms

Actively engage with all research staff – core and temporary – in an effort to share knowledge and better understand skillsets in reference to project needs

Oversee enumerators and coordinators in the field during the implementation of research projects

Ensure that projects are completed on-time and within budget

Provide quality control during fieldwork

Conduct data cleaning and rigorous analysis, and provide written reports or other deliverables for clients

Attend in-country meetings with current and potential partners, including introductory meetings, and planning meetings throughout the lifecycle of projects

Learn and utilize best practices to deliver high quality research to our partners and to enhance research programs and operational performance

Conduct regular and project-related training and capacity building exercises for research staff

Contribute and adhere to all Forcier systems to ensure that project information is appropriately documented and secured

Perform other tasks as agreed with the Research Manager or Head of Business Unit

Requirements

M.A. degree (or equivalent) in political science, anthropology, international relations, international development, economics, statistics, or a related field, OR

B.A. degree (or equivalent) with 3+ years of work experience

Required Skills

Fluency in written and spoken English is a requirement

At least 1 semester of graduate-level coursework in statistics/economics

Working knowledge of statistical packages such as Stata or R, with a strong preference for applicants who are well versed in Stata

Excellent knowledge of Office package, including good skills in Excel

Eagerness to learn and be pushed into new areas, and ability to learn from mistakes

Ability to work independently in a stressful environment with minimal supervision

Ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines

Creativity and an ability to think outside the box to conceptualize projects and implementation strategies

Cultural sensitivity, curiosity, sense of humor and a ‘can do’ attitude

Interest in Africa

Flexibility and willingness to work in other countries as needed

Preferred (but not required) Skills

Experience conducting conflict and/or governance analysis

Experience designing key indicators and measurements for conflict dynamics

Prior experience living and working abroad, preferably in a developing country; working experience in Africa will be considered an asset

Prior experience in project management, including overseeing budgets and project timelines

Experience collaborating with diverse, multi-cultural teams preferred

Experience in applied analysis of survey data

Background knowledge on the conflicts currently and historical found across the region

Graduate-level coursework in research design and sample design

Training in, or experience using qualitative analysis software (ex. NVivo)

Training in, or experience using GIS analysis software (ex. QGIS)

Benefits:

Salary commensurate with relevant experience, and in line with Forcier compensation guidelines

In-country living stipend if stationed abroad

Accommodation at the Forcier guesthouse at your assigned duty station; or a similar arrangement organized by Forcier if stationed outside of home country

Round-trip flights from your home base to duty station at the start and end of the contract

Additional flight allowances during contract period if stationed outside of home country

Generous paid time off

Medical benefits while stationed abroad

Emergency medical and evacuation coverage while stationed abroad

Local transportation

How to Apply:

Please click the "Apply Now" button at the bottom of this job description, or in the job postings table, to enter relevant information and attach requested materials (CV, Cover Letter, other documents as noted).

In your Cover Letter, please detail why you are interested in Forcier, this position, and research - and why monitoring & evaluation is important for international development.

Please do not summarize your CV – use the Cover Letter as an opportunity to convince us why you’d be the best fit for this position, and what makes you unique.

Applications will be received on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Forcier Research Officer Jobs in South Sudan