Qualitative Researcher

Tasks and Duties

Conduct qualitative research including literature review, research design, tool design, analysis and discussion, generation of recommendations and report write-up;

Conduct monitoring and evaluation studies;

Serve as project lead on studies;

Assist in the coordination of field team;

Lead training on new projects and research tools with field teams;

Conduct field research in the form of FGDs, KIIs, case studies, observations;

Assist in business development including conceptualization of new research studies, proposal writing, and strategic planning;

Organize project files, data, and documents;

-Attend meetings with project partners;

Develop articles for publication;

Undertake continuing professional development and participate in national and international workshops;

Establish collaborative links with international professional organizations.

Other tasks as assigned by the CEO.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Public Policy, or similar fields with a strong qualitative component is a must;

At least 5 years of working experience in qualitative research, humanitarian, and development sectors;

Expertise in any of the following is advantageous: Health Education or Community Health, Social Research, Education, Gender, Child/Social Protection, Youth, Human Rights, Women Empowerment;

Additional expertise in at least one of the following areas: livelihoods, social cohesion and stability, or refugee communities and migration;

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working in Eastern Mediterranean, Eastern European, MENA, or Central Asian countries is a must;

Experience working with government ministries, international donor agencies, and INGOs is a must;

Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills;

Collaborative and constructive team member;

Ability to meet tight deadlines, multitask, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work in a fast-paced environment;

Strong presentation and training skills;

Proficiency in Microsoft office;

Knowledge of qualitative analysis software is a must ;

Examples of published research is a plus;

Fluency in written and oral English. Other languages pertinent to CRD’s regional areas of operation are an advantage.