Research Associate

Research Associate National Team for Accelerating Poverty Reduction (TNP2K) Jakarta, Indonesia – Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade–Australian Aid funded Poverty Reduction Support Facility (PRSF) PRSF is a joint facility between Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade–Australian Aid and the Government of Indonesia to improve the quality of policy advice for poverty programs in Indonesia. GRM International is the Managing Contractor contracted by Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade–Australian Aid to manage the implementation of PRSF. We are currently seeking a Research Associate to conduct desk and field research, to design research implementation activities and instruments in the field, to analyse and synthesize data and findings, and to develop high quality research presentations and reports. Some of the research activities may include: developing monitoring tools and instruments, setting up data and information management system, investigating social norms, setting up qualitative research on community engagement, and setting up student learning assessments. Essential Criteria: A master’s degree in social sciences disciplines (economics, psychology, sociology, anthropology, public policy, etc.) with strong qualitative and quantitative research methodologies or relevant working experience in research, community development, public policy, or education, or health. At least 5 years’ experience in higher education, research institute, large corporation or NGO in provision of technical support Knowledge of basic qualitative and quantitative research methodologies Proven record of strong client relations, with ability to work in sensitive situations, and challenging policy environments, including in providing prompt and quality response to client requests Proven excellent presentational and writing skills, including working with time constraints in the preparation of high quality documents. Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply. Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered for the role. Click here to view the terms of reference and application with detailed information about the project. Please indicate the position applied in the email subject, and submit CV and GRM Job Application form (accessible in the TOR) to: recruitment@prsf.or.id by the latest 14th of March 2014. To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter.

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