Network of Ethiopian Women’s Associations Research Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

Network of Ethiopian Women’s Associations Research Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

Job Summary:

The research officer (RO) initiates and /or supervises research projects or /and activities from the planning stage to completion. The RO has a technical role in determining research goals. They will work in a team and review, analyze and check to see if appropriate methods/ methodologies are employed, and interpretations made are to standard before, during and after the course of the research to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.

The RO is also responsible for coordinating, developing and implementing surveys, research, and baseline studies under different project to meet the mission and objectives of NEWA as a national agency for GE, WE and the fight against GBV/VAWG.

Also, exerts efforts to identify and document structural challenges, the implementation gaps of national policies, laws, and plans, as well as the genuine participation of women, young women, and girls in their areas of interest, asks and needs including in leadership, decision making, the prevention of conflict, peacebuilding and humanitarian responses for immediate and future actions based on the strategic objectives under the FYSP.

Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as technical research focal person for the action research project supported by the European Union (EU) and implemented by NEWA and Oxfam Ethiopia,

Identify research needs and gaps that help to initiate advocacy, policy review or/ and formulations to fulfil the mission and objectives of NEWA,

Develop, coordinate, conduct, and implement surveys, research, and baseline studies under different project to meet the mission and objectives of NEWA. This work includes:

Conduct quantitative and qualitative research

Complete literature reviews or environmental scans

Collect, read, and summarize relevant academic and grey literature

Complete / format annotated bibliographies and references

Create questions for surveys, key informant interviews, or focus groups

Organize/Facilitate focus groups or interviews

Engage in data clean-up and analysis

Develop research protocols, plans, need-based research proposals and submit them to donors for funding,

Ensure the implementation of the research protocol, verify accuracy and its adherence and take timely corrective for challenges encountered, including deviations,

Review and comment on research initiatives and designs of the programme department,

Make sure the research protocol guides the research actions and employs appropriate methodology and methods for each research carried out by NEWA,

Work on the identification of research sample, sample size, data collection tools, decide data collection methods, data analysis and interpretations of all researches,

Communicate and keep the PM abreast on research/survey/baseline status

Identify updated research software and ensure making use of them,

Engage with the procurement committee in the selection of research services as appropriate,

Perform other related, ad-hoc duties as required, such as: attending staff meetings,
complete professional development training, attend mentoring sessions, connect
with stakeholders. This includes:

Disseminate the research and survey reports to stakeholders and partners in a timely manner,

Establish/ strengthen relationships with research institutions, academia at national and international levels,

Provide technical support in incorporating input and comments of stakeholders into research projects

Recommend policy and advocacy actions based on research findings and validation workshops,

Create systems to track research progress, organize information, and archive present work:

Document and record all research and studies for future reference of NEWA and partners in hard and soft/electronic copies,

Document relevant and recent research and surveys conducted by other institutions for NEWA use (CSA, DHS, others).

Develop a database

management system at NEWA level along with the communication section (IT),

Organize NEWA’s information centre for easy and friendly use of staff and other beneficiaries,

Develop a computerized system to track research/ study subjects, monitor data quality control to ensure adherence to the research protocol,

Build the research capacity of NEWA staff and member associations/ organizations,

Prepare a standard ToR for consultancy services, and

Perform related duties as required by the PM

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

Strong research skills with a background in quantitative or qualitative research

Familiarity with APA

Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint, and the Google Workspace

Some experience with either Adobe or Canva

Strong written communication and analytical skills

Reliable and able to work independently or in a team

With intercultural skills and values

Fluency in English, Amharic and other local languages are an asset)

Can complete deliverables on time

Working Conditions

Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, document review

Minimal physical effort is required to successfully accomplish the essential job
functions

Must be able to work respectfully under pressure, and to multi-task

Accountability

Supervision: Work independently in with authority from Executive Director, and Programme Manager with strategy and policy guidelines.

Decision Making: Makes decisions with regard to work responsibilities of program/project operations, coordination and alignment and is accountable for them

Responsibilities over data or information: Has access and generating to information within NEWA program coordination and operations, for and is responsible for program data generation and management

Responsibilities over staff: All programme and project officer are responsible to the PC.

Accountability

Supervision: works independently in routine tasks under general direction of Executive Directress.

Decision Making: Makes relatively significant decisions with regards to work responsibilities and is accountable for them.

Responsibility over data or information: Has access to important and highly confidential information relating to the organization and needs to maintain security.

Responsibility over Assets: Computer, printer and office furniture and security

Responsibility over staff: Guidance &coordination of activities

Location: NEWA Secretariate – Addis Ababa

Position Type: Staff

Number of Positions to Fill: 1 position

Department: Programme

Reports to: Programme Manager (PM)

Job Requirements

Required

Professional/qualifications

Completed post-secondary education (graduate studies an asset: Master's and PhD) in social science (gender studies an asset), statistics, management or related fields

Desirable

Master’s degree/ PHD in the field of social science (gender studies), statistics, management or related fields subjected with research experience

Relevant Experience

Research Proposal writing

Length of Experience

Minimum work experience of 4 years in research, gender and monitoring and evaluation

Desirable

At Least 1 Year

Key skills

Skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and management

Skills in using data analysis and management packages Good interpersonal and communication skills, Writing, critical thinking skills.

Personal Attributes

Good working relationship, team worker and commitment

How to Apply

The applicants will be send their application by the following address:-

Network of Ethiopia Women’s Association - Email newarecruitments@gmail.com

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