Research Officer
People
- Islamabad
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform secondary research for feasibility studies in Merged Areas
- Prepare literature reviews, background research, and other draft content.
- Present thoroughly researched information for background research, implementation of the projects, progress reports, policy briefs, and position papers.
- Compile the researched material in a systematic way and prepare background briefs/briefing notes as and when required.
- Design and develop data collection protocols and instruments, and data sharing protocols.
- Clean survey data and check for accuracy, completeness, and quality.
- Establish and implement quality assurance mechanisms for resolving problems and issues in the data.
- Assist in the analysis of both primary and secondary data using appropriate statistical and qualitative analysis techniques.
- Support in the design of interventions, including collaborating with project teams to conceptualize intervention strategies, develop experimental protocols, and refine intervention designs based on literature reviews and input.
- Monthly Work Report on Research Tasks and completion of Assigned DPs
- Monthly Work Report on Research Tasks and completion of Assigned DPs
- Monthly Work Report on Research Tasks and completion of Assigned DPs
- Strong knowledge of governance issues in MAs and KP;
- Candidate should have a good understanding of socio-economic challenges grappling Merged Areas
- The candidate must have knowledge of AIP 1
- Strong ability to conduct comprehensive literature reviews across various disciplines, as well as proficiency in identifying, synthesizing, and critically analyzing existing research findings, theories, and methodologies.
- Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies is essential with experience in designing experimental/quasi-experimental interventions, implementing research protocols, and collecting primary and secondary data using appropriate methods and tools.
- Proficient in using statistical software packages such as STATA, SPSS, R, or similar tools for analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data, including experience in conducting descriptive and inferential statistical analyses, as well as thematic analysis of qualitative data.
- Excellent coordination and communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including international consultants.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically. Capable of identifying research gaps, proposing innovative solutions, and addressing complex challenges related to intervention design, data analysis, and project implementation.
- Bachelors or masters degree in a relevant field of development studies, economics, data science or related fields
- Years of experience:
- Thorough knowledge and experience of field experimentation- especially in running and evaluating results of Randomized Control Trials is highly preferred
- Thorough knowledge of how policies and projects may be re-designed to enhance impact, including awareness of innovative practices such as behavioral nudges will be preferred
- Ability to work with experimental and quasi or non-experimental data and understanding of causal identification techniques with both
- Proficient with statistical analysis tools including STATA, SPSS or R.
- Prior experience of working in KP is considered an asset; familiarity with government planning structures and planning cycles is preferred.
- Familiarity with governmental processes and operations, including interaction with government counterparts
- Experience in working with international development organizations
- Demonstrated experience of working in public sector development projects