Research Associate at Winrock International

Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantages, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology. Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Associate

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: MEL Director
Period of work: 60 calendar days

Job Summary

• The Research Associate will provide support in analysing qualitative data for the USAID Feed the Future Nigeria Agricultural Extension & Advisory Services Activity annual survey for FY24.
• The project works to increase smallholder farmers’ productivity, incomes, and household nutrition status in Kebbi, Niger, Kaduna, Benue, Ebonyi, Cross-River, and Delta states of Nigeria through strengthening sustainable agricultural extension and advisory services.
• The project particularly focuses on aquaculture, cowpea, maize, rice, and soybean value chains.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support the training of moderators and transcribers in preparation for the qualitative data collection.
• Ensure data quality assurance throughout the data collection period by reviewing interview scripts and providing necessary feedback.
• Conduct analysis related to the study using relevant software such as Nvivo, Atlas etc.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Sociology / Rural Development, Agricultural Economics, Economics or Statistics.

Experience:

• S/he will have at least 5 years’ experience in qualitative research work (data collection, validation, entry, and analysis)
• Proficiency in the use of qualitative analytical software's such as NVivo, Atlas etc.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, including ability to effectively communicate across cultures.
• Experience in the provision of technical support in agricultural, food security, livelihood, marketing, and economic growth.
• Good English language skills are essential.

Application Closing Date
17th October 2024, 4:00 PM West African Standard Time.