Vacancy for Research Assistant at Women for Women International (WfWI)
Employment Nigeria
22-Dec-2017
PLATEAU , JOS ,
NGO
Women for Women International (WfWI) supports the most marginalized women to earn and save money, improve health and well-being, influence decisions in their home and community and connect to networks for support. We directly work with women in eight countries, offering support, tools, and access to life-changing skills to move from crisis and poverty to stability and economic self-sufficiency.
POSITION : Research Assistant
Responsibilities
- Work as part of the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) unit in the country office,
- Assist in the collection of data and information at designated periods according to established M&E guidelines and standards.
- Complete End line forms for all participants as they are finishing their program cycle and submit a report on each of the evaluated groups of women.
- Complete Graduate Follow-Up Forms for a select sample of women one and two years after their graduation from the program.
- Work closely with the Social Empowerment team and the Economic Empowerment team to capture all relevant data and information from program participants throughout the program cycle.
- Participate in community assessment, pre-selection of new participants and collection and recording of information as required.
- Complete the Baseline Forms for selected sample of new participants.
- Work with women to collect other data and information as needed, for example, case studies, and ad-hoc information requests.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all forms and other information required.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date filing systems online or hard copy; if applicable.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Sciences, Social Work or other relevant field.
- 2 years of relevant work experience preferably in data collection.
- Strong computer skills in MS Office Programs; database skills an added advantage.
- Fluency in English and Hausa language skills required (reading, writing and speaking);
- Must be a citizen of Nigeria or third country national with valid work permit.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with communities and participants.
- Ability and willingness to travel and spend significant time in the field.
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
- Good inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team.
How To Apply
Candidates should submit their CV's and cover letter and 3 professional references to: nigeriajobs@womenforwomen.org with "Research Assistant" as the subject
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