Desk Researcher- Policy, Education and Researcher at Neem Foundation

The Desk Researcher- Policy, Education and Research is responsible for conducting detailed research, writing, and correspondence for Neem Foundation. S/he will monitor and respond to developments under related assigned portfolios, and develops expertise in those areas. Reports to the Programme Manager- Policy, Education and Research. The position requires close coordination and work with other Researchers, Communications staff, and Management. S/he should possess strong research, analytical, and writing skills; is highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented; can work with a team and under significant time pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the sourcing, assimilation and presentation of key information through desk research on the different department projects;
• Provide support to the department and external consultants in all aspects of the role, specifically as it relates to project administration;
• Prepare reports, including statistical analysis of research information for projects;
• Deliver high quality work in conjunction with all departments where required and in line with agreed personal targets in order to adhere to donors/funders deadlines;
• Undertake training, where required, in the use of software systems, i.e. SPSS, NVIVO and contribute to the preparation of documents using PowerPoint, Excel and Word.

• To provide support to Knowledge Management consultant to broaden the reach of project (s) impact and improve its sustainability;

• Support activities to facilitate replication of interventions (Demonstrate ‘value for money’);

• Liaise with all departments to provide summary reports and stories that feed into the quarterly impact reports, newsletters etc. 

Minimum Education Requirement:

• Must have a PhD (Key Requirement);
• University degree in a field related to International Relations, Politics, International Development or a Social-Science related field;
• 3-5 years’ experience in project implementation with an NGO, research institution, or development body (donor, UN agencies, development agencies);
• Knowledge in new/emerging trends in International Development;
• Experience in handling research and education-related issues;
• Experience in documenting policies as it relates to NGO Projects.

Personal Qualities:

• Integrity, Accountability and Commitment;
• Excellence, Diversity and Respect;
• Ability to think creatively, analytically and strategically;
• Able to take initiative in mobilizing and facilitating activities;
• Multi-tasking and coordination skills (Planning & Organizing);
• Strong inter-personal skills.