The
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks sustainable solutions for ending hunger and poverty. Founded in 1975, IFPRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership for a food secure future.
IFRI is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant
Job Code: FO14-010
Location: Abuja
Position Type: Renewable
Job Summary
- Within the framework of the Nigerian Strategy Support Program (NSSP), IFPRI seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Assistant (RA) / Senior Research Assistant (SRA) to provide research, capacity strengthening, and communications support to its activities.
- The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the NSSP Program Leader, but will be employed directly by IFPRI's organizational host in Nigeria, the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC). The employer of record will be IFDC and employment policies, compensation and benefits of IFDC will apply to this position.
- The final position title will be determined based on the candidate’s level of experience. Interested applicants must have work authorization to work in Nigeria. This is a one year renewable appointment based in Abuja, Nigeria.
Essential Duties
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Perform various task involving data collection, data maintenance, and data analysis using statistical software and other computer programs
- Conduct literature review and synthesis analysis
- Assist in the preparation of NSSP background papers, discussion papers, project research reports, donors reports, policy briefs and briefing notes for dissemination
- Assist senior researchers in undertaking IFPRI research programs or projects
- Assist in the internal and external communication of NSSP activities and outputs
- Assist with implementation of capacity strengthening activities and workshops/seminars/ and conference
- Perform some administrative activities related to IFPRI research programs or projects
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree or equivalent in economics, agricultural economics, natural resource economics, environmental economics, statistics or related fields
- Experience in working on agricultural development, poverty reduction, rural development, natural resource management related research and policy issues
- Strong English writing skills and experience in preparing research and book reports for research team(s)
- Familiarity with development policy issues in Nigeria
- Familiarity with statistical software packages and internet-based systems such as SPSS and STATA
- Working knowledge of communication and policy research dissemination skills
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and produce completed products on time
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and knowledge of Access
- Self-motivated, innovative spirit and excellent interpersonal and team skills and the ability to work with colleagues from diverse cultures.
Application Deadline
Not Stated.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified applicants should:
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