Research Analyst

JOB VACANCY   Company:                  Pursue Ltd. Job Title:                   Research Analyst Duration:                   Twelve months Location:                   Beirut – Lebanon   Closing Date:             March 6, 2015 Start Date:                March 16, 2015     OVERVIEW   Pursue is a Lebanon-based development consultancy committed to empowering local communities and beneficiaries in conflict, post-conflict, and fragile areas through the provision of evidence-based programmatic interventions, policy recommendations and training services.   Pursue’s approach relies on combining mixed-methods research with strong, consistent engagement with local communities and stakeholders to bridge the gap between the aspirations of local communities and the priorities of governmental and multilateral actors, thus informing the design and implementation of relevant programming. Utilising innovative quantitative and qualitative social science methodologies to generate data, we analyse and synthesise results, brief clients and beneficiaries, deliver interventions and measure impact.   Pursue’s main areas of focus include refugees and IDP issues, youth empowerment, sexual and gender-based violence, institutional reform, democracy and governance, countering extremism, and human security. Pursue has had a registered office in Lebanon since 2010 employing a multinational core staff and has access to a wide network of national, regional, and international consultants. The company has an established track record of delivering projects and programmes for diverse clients in Lebanon, including the UK Government, US Government, UN agencies, the EU and others.   We are looking for a research analyst with a background in research methods and analysis, able to operate and write fluently in both English and Arabic He/she will work with our senior research analyst and provide input to the Country Manager in writing proposals, periodic analytical reports and in meeting any other reporting requirements.    The position will be based in Beirut, Lebanon.   MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES   Write analytical reports about the Arab World, with a particular focus on Lebanon, the Palestinian camps in Lebanon and Syrian refugees in Lebanon which are clear, concise and professionally and methodologically rigorous in their production. Contribute to the regular monitoring of events concerning Lebanon, Syria and the Levant, including political, social, conflict and economic aspects. Contribute to network mapping, social media analysis, narrative and summary reports and Pursue programming outputs, as well as thematic situational reports, and other products designed to capture and visualise data and attitudes related to conflict, security, justice and governance dynamics in the region. Remain updated on events in Lebanon and the broader MENA region, and effectively utilise Arabic primary and secondary source material in analytical reports produced. Engage in rigorous professional conduct, creative enquiry and the highest standards of research and analysis design, ethics, conduct and report writing.   REQUIREMENTS   A minimum of three years’ experience in undertaking qualitative and quantitative research activities and report production, preferably in the MENA region. Master’s Degree highly regarded. Experienced in the use of statistical analysis packages (e.g. Stata, R, and SPSS). Knowledge of GIS is an asset. Degree in relevant field of study – Political Science, Development Studies, Arab Studies, International Relations. Experience in the Arab world and and/or expertise on Lebanese/Levantine politics and society would be an asset. Spoken and written fluency in English and Arabic, to a publishing standard. This will be formally assessed.  Knowledge of French is a plus. The ability and willingness to travel and reside in a variety of countries in the MENA region including Lebanon. Turkey, Jordan, Iraq/KRG and the United Arab Emirates.   **Please note that this is a local position. Competitive salary based on experience.