Closing date: July 23, 2021
We are seeking an experienced and professional Research Assistant (RA) to join its children and youth pillar for a full-time position based in our Nairobi or Tunis offices. Samuel Hall’s Children and Youth Pillar covers a wide range of topics related to children and youth, including child protection, education, child labor, youth employment, social protection, gender, M&E, migration and more. Depending on their level of seniority, the Research Assistant will manage between one and three projects simultaneously and be increasingly involved in research aspects.
There is a strong potential for domestic, regional, and international travel. Applicants must be recent graduates or pursuing their Masters/Doctoral degree. There is a potential for domestic, regional, and international travel; COVID-19 restrictions permitting.Who We Are
Our
research connects the voices of communities to changemakers for more inclusive
societies. Samuel Hall is a social enterprise that conducts research, evaluates
programmes and designs policies in contexts of migration and displacement. Our
approach is ethical, academically rigorous, and based on first-hand experience
of complex and fragile settings. With offices in Afghanistan, Germany, Kenya,
Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates, we are based in the regions we study.
We
have over ten years’ experience in 70+ countries and have become a trusted
partner and leading voice in the field of migration and displacement research,
working with governments, donors, multilateral organizations and NGOs, as well
public and private sector entities. It’s an exciting time for Samuel Hall – we
were recently selected by Stanford University as one of the Global South’s
high-potential, fast-growth social enterprises. For more information, please
visit www.samuelhall.org.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
We
work in a fast-paced, demanding, and challenging environment – you will be
expected to grow with us and carve out your own spot in the team. We look for
proactive, creative individuals who find opportunities to make their mark and
identify solutions to problems. We look for strong leaders and reliable
team-players who can add value from the very start, expand our knowledge and
help us to maximize our social impact.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Objective
1 – Research
- Assume responsibilities of the project cycle from A
to Z
- Support the design or design research tools and
research methodology
- Conduct secondary research and desk reviews
- Provide strong analysis and recommendations in line
with policy and academic standards
- Transcribe interview notes, write field reports, and
contribute to the draft/final report
- Provide strong analysis and recommendations in line
with policy and academic standards
- Prepare drafts of deliverables in a timely manner
Objective
2 – Fieldwork
- Undertake socio-economic research including fieldwork
and primary data collection, putting fieldwork at the center of the mission
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection
(such as surveys, case studies, focus groups, field observations, and key
informant interviews)
- Support project fieldwork and monitor the quality of
data collection
- Provide input to improve the quality of the field
teams’ notes, transcripts, outputs
Objective
3 – Organizational Support
- Direct reporting and support to the Children and
Youth Pillar Lead on all elements of the pillar’s work: research,
partnerships, outreach and dissemination, strategic expansion, and
strategic framework
- Train field teams and colleagues as required on
components of the project cycle and research standards – Plan fieldwork
logistics, and adequate resource management with field coordinators
- Support to widen Samuel Hall’s network
- Effectively communicate with supervisors on progress
with daily and weekly updates
Opportunities for Growth
Working
at Samuel Hall means that you are contributing to ground-breaking, innovative,
and rigorous work that bridges research, implementation and policy. Most of our
training happens on the job, but as part of our investment in learning and
development, everyone is encouraged to apply for up to five days of paid professional
development leave and financial resources to enable them to acquire new skills
and knowledge.
Vacancy Requirements
Required
- A Master’s degree in a related field (education,
law, statistics, international development, political science, education,
migration studies, anthropology or other social sciences).
- Previous relevant experience of research in contexts
of migration and international development, in particular specific to
vulnerable groups
- Knowledge of key institutional frameworks and
stakeholders
- Proven experience in writing research papers,
consultancy reports, evaluation assignments and policy briefs – Proven
experience in project management and leading teams
- Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative
data analysis and tools (for example, R, SPSS, NVIVO) – Excellent verbal
and written skills in English
- 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
- French, Arabic, Dari, Pashto and/or additional
languages
- Past experience specific to the East and Horn of
Africa, Central/South Asia, and/or the Middle East and North Africa
All applicants should
send their cover letter and CV in separate PDF files; each labelled: “CL/CV –
Full name of Applicant” with the email subject line clearly expressed: “Your
Name – Research Assistant – Children and Youth Pillar” Three samples of
relevant work and three references should also be included.
Please provide current
or previous salary information.
Email for submission: careers@samuelhall.org
Contract duration: 12 months, renewable, with a trial period
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