Research and Program Officer

The Research and Program Officer will support the design, execution, and evaluation of research-driven programs within CRD’s portfolio. This role involves conducting research, managing program activities, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring programs are evidence-informed and impactful.

Key Responsibilities

1. Research and Evidence Generation
   • Design and implement qualitative and quantitative research studies, including development of tools and methodologies.
   • Collect, analyze, and synthesize data to inform program design and decision-making.
   • Produce research reports, policy briefs, and publications.
   • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends and innovations in CRD’s focus areas.
2. Program Development and Implementation
   • Contribute to the design of program activities based on research findings and stakeholder needs.
   • Manage day-to-day program implementation to ensure activities are delivered on time and within budget.
   • Coordinate, lead and supervise data collection operations, when needed.
   • Organize and deliver training sessions for facilitators and data collectors, when needed.
   • Support the integration of research findings into actionable program strategies.
   • Track progress against program indicators and objectives.
3. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
   • Work closely with government agencies, UN organizations, NGOs, and community partners.
   • Represent CRD in meetings, workshops, and conferences.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in research and program implementation.
  • Proven expertise in designing and conducting research studies.
  • Experience working with donor-funded projects and diverse stakeholders.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in research tools and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, NVivo).
  • Strong knowledge of program management methodologies.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with CRD’s focus areas, such as health systems strengthening, social protection, or capacity building.
• Experience in the MENA region or similar contexts.
• Multilingual abilities (e.g., Arabic, English, French).