MMC Research Assistant
Interested candidates should have a passion for research on issues of mixed migration and understanding the experiences of refugees and migrants as they move to, within, and from East and the Horn of Africa, and Southern Africa. MMC provides opportunities for learning and developing to advance research skills and migration expertise. An ongoing project in which the Research Assistant will be involved focuses on qualitative data collection and transcription with children and youth on the move along key mixed migration routes in East Africa, and from East to North Africa.
Key responsibilities:
Data Management
- Work
closely with the Research and Policy Specialist to support MMC’s
qualitative data management needs, including transcriptions and developing
transcription protocols;
- Assist
on coding and labelling variables to be used in qualitative analysis.
Data Collection
- When
project needs arise, carry out data collection using qualitative tools
(e.g., focus group discussion guides, semi-structured interview guides);
- Assist
in developing qualitative tools.
- Assist
with organizing fieldwork logistics.
Data Analysis,
Visualization and Factsheet Production
- Support
with the visualization of data in graphs, tables and other relevant
formats;
- Carry
out qualitative data analysis in support of the research agenda;
- Produce
factsheets based on qualitative data analysis to be shared with
programming partners.
Other
- Carry
out desk research and mapping to support MMC’s various research projects;
- Take
notes and write up briefings for meetings;
- Support
MMC’s communications needs as needed, including the organization of
research events and other outreach;
- Assist
the team with administrative or any other tasks related to the running of
MMC and its projects.
About you
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core
competencies:
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching
results while ensuring an efficient process.
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and
encourage feedback.
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and
initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: You listen and speak
effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our
vision and values.
Qualifications and Experience
- BA
in social sciences. Specific course work in the field of migration and in
qualitative data collection and analysis is highly desirable.
- MA
or MSc in the social sciences is desirable.
- At
least one year experience working in qualitative research or a Masters in
the social sciences where a thesis was submitted;
- Excellent
writing and editing skills; demonstrated ability to synthesize and
condense information;
- Experience
in transcription, coding, and qualitative
analysis is highly desirable;
- Experience
in NVIVO, ATLAS or a similar software is
an asset;
- Experience
in generating graphs and tables of data (Excel)
is highly desirable;
- Previous
experience working with international NGOs is an asset;
- Enthusiastic
about learning, pushing limits, and finding new solutions;
- Strong
verbal and written communication aptitude;
- Working
verbal and written knowledge in Arabic, Amharic and/or Somali is
an asset;
- Strong
attention to details and rigor in dealing with qualitative data.
Conditions
Contract: 3 months contract with
possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other
conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for Kenyan
Staff ; Employment band NMI
Availability: 1st October 2022
Duty station: This position is based in Nairobi Regional
Office
Reporting Line: Regional Manager, MMC East and Southern Africa
Providing equal opportunities We are
committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on
mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment
without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion,
gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At
DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are
and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all
interested candidates to apply.
Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection
of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on
the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical
and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct,
including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC
conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the
recruitment process
How to Apply
Application and CV
Only motivated
applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required
qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.
DRC only accepts
applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.
Please submit your
application and CV in English no later than 21st September 2022.
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism,
impact & expertise
- Humanitarian
approach & the work we do
- Purpose,
meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture,
values & strong leadership
- Fair
compensation & continuous development
Providing equal opportunities
We are
committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on
mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment
without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion,
gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At
DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are
and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all
interested candidates to apply.