WE ARE HIRING

JOB TITLE: Researcher (Contract)

REPORTING TO: Operations/Programs-Advocacy Officer

SECONDARY SUPERVISOR: Executive Director

LOCATION: Anywhere in Nigeria

DURATION: Six (6) Months

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interpreting research specifications and developing a work plan that satisfies requirements.
• Conducting desktop research, and using books, journal articles, newspaper sources, questionnaires, surveys, polls, and interviews to gather data.
• Analyzing and interpreting patterns and trends around intersex issues around the six geo political zones in Nigeria.
• Recording findings by taking written notes and using appropriate technological software to store findings.
• Maintaining and protecting electronic databases.
• Assisting management with budget and time schedules on research matters.
• Anticipating research issues and promptly resolving them.
• Promptly reporting any problems to relevant stakeholders regarding research methodologies.
• Following a strict code of ethics and protecting any confidential information at all times.
• Conducting experiments, survey sessions, and data collection.
• Identifying key areas of concern and areas of improvement in research design and implementation as it relates to intersex issues/challenges.
• Analyzing and organizing gathered information.
• Drafting and finalizing research reports for presentation.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENT

The candidate is required to possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in research methodology, math, business, statistics, marketing, social science, or a related field.

• At least three years’ relevant work experience in the NGO space.

• Proven experience in a research field.
• Sound understanding of research methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SPSS and other research and data collation tools.
• Strong statistical and mathematical aptitude.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrable research skills such as data analytics, statistics, or survey design.
• Team-working and communication skills.
• Practical experience in database management.
• Knowledge of research and experimental techniques for gathering both qualitative and quantitative data.
• Ability to conduct research independently.
• Attention to detail and exceptional written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.

• A passion for social change with interest in the field of gender equality, human rights, SOGIESC, social justice, and civic engagement.
• Exceptional professionalism, follow-through and people skills.
• Availability to travel within
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential issues.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter and CV’s to operations@intersexnigeria.org

Email subject should read RESEARCHER (CONTRACT/Intersex Nigeria)

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Application for this role closes at 12 midnight on the 30TH of April, 2022

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