Research Associate

The “Research Associate” will provide support for the full life cycle of the research assignment  and implementation, from conceptualization and design to field-level implementation, analysis, and report writing.

Under the supervision of the Technical Team Leader and in collaboration with other staff and associates, the “Research Associate” will perform the below responsibilities:

• Assist the technical Team Lead to research topics identified in projects.
• Support the design of research methodologies to address key research questions.
• Support the development of quantitative and qualitative data collection tools for projects covering a range of subject matters, including but not limited to, governance, social and economic issues, livelihood, and macro-economics.
• Conduct desk research and field research on multiple topics.
• Support the coordination and facilitation of focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and surveys.
• Compile, analyze, and synthesize research data using appropriate statistical and qualitative analysis tools.
• Prepare comprehensive research reports, detailing methodologies, data analysis, and research key findings.
• Ensure accurate documentation of research activities and outcomes.
• Provide support to other senior experts in their research and reports writing when needed.
• Qualifications & Competencies

Education

Minimum bachelor's degree in economics, political science, social science, or related social development field.

Experience

2-5 years of relevant work experience in research and research methodology.

Competencies

• Demonstrably skills in research and synthesize of social research topics. 
• Proficiency in using data management systems such as Python, SPSS, and other specialized softwares for data analysis and management.
• Demonstrably experience in using social research software and can translate information into info graphic presentations. 
• Demonstrably skills in writing reports in English, Arabic and/or French would be an added value for CLIC.  
• Demonstrably skills in conducting field work, FGD, KIIs, consultations, observations. 
• Ability to multi task research and writing responsibilities.  

 Aptitude

• Desire to learn. 
• Interested in research.  
• Comfortable working in a multicultural environment. 
• Driven and willing to propose solutions/ideas. 
• Comfortable working under deadline pressures.