Qureos Mentor

ARPAN

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 Key Objectives of the Job
 
 
 
 &bull;To provide methodological, research and evidence-based support to Arpan's Research and Programme evaluation design, implementation, analysis, reporting, and dissemination
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Major Deliverables
 
 
 
 &bull; Lead and manage assigned internal and external research projects and evaluation independently
 
 
 &bull; Design and pilot quantitative, qualitative and mixed method surveys in collaboration with other teams.
 
 
 &bull; Conduct advanced data analysis using statistical software packages of programme and research data to inform programme design, implementation and strategy.
 
 
 &bull; Engage with external research agencies to ensure conduct of quality research and follow ethical protocols.
 
 
 &bull; Perform data quality checks for internal and external research projects.
 
 
 &bull; Write high quality reports and review internal and external stakeholders&rsquo; reports.
 
 
 &bull; Conduct literature reviews and keep abreast of findings from relevant research.
 
 
 &bull; Ensure preparation, maintenance and updation of Arpan's research knowledge databases.
 
 
 &bull; Undertake other administrative duties related to research projects, such as participating in internal meetings, arranging and coordinating dissemination of research reports, and maintaining research documents.
 
 
 &bull; Develop and support research and evaluation strategies of programmes as per the organization&rsquo;s calendar of activities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Challenge
 
 
 
 &bull; Managing both internal and external research projects simultaneously while ensuring quality and timeliness can be challenging.
 
 
 &bull; Ensuring accuracy and reliability of data from multiple sources, especially when working with external agencies or large-scale surveys.
 
 
 &bull; Conducting advanced data analysis and deriving meaningful insights, particularly when dealing with complex datasets.
 
 
 &bull; Ensuring external research partners adhere to high-quality standards, timelines, and ethical protocols.
 
 
 &bull; Coordinating with programme, communications, and M&amp;E teams to align research with organizational goals while managing differing expectations.
 
 
 &bull; Maintaining ethical research standards, obtaining necessary approvals, and ensuring compliance with protocols, especially in sensitive topics like child protection.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Specialised job competencies
 
 
 
 &bull; Demonstrated experience on quantitative methodologies and data analysis using statistical tools (SPSS, STATA, R, NVivo, Survey CTO etc.) is a must.
 
 
 &bull; Experience in experimental / quasi-experimental research studies (e.g. RCT, RDD, PSM designs) would be an advantage.
 
 
 &bull; Hands-on experience of overseeing primary data collection, ensuring ethical considerations and child protection protocols.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to communicate technical topics to internal and external audiences in clear, simple and compelling manner - both verbally and in writing.
 
 
 &bull; Interpret research findings to inform program strategies, training modules, and government partnership, fundraising efforts.
 
 
 &bull; Team and Project Management Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Educational Qualification
 
 
 
 &bull; Masters' degree in any developmental, statistical, population studies, with graduate-level coursework on statistics, econometrics, impact evaluation, and economic development.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Desired Experience
 
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 4 to 5 years of experience in quantitative research in development sector.
 
 
 &bull; Prefer candidates with exposure to child protection, child sexual abuse and/or similar areas of work.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Other desired attributes
 
 
 
 &bull; Experience conducting literature searches (e.g. through Google Scholar alerts, research circulars, etc) and summarizing complex academic papers and non-academic reports into key findings/talking points in straightforward, non-technical language.
 
 
 &bull; Predict and oversee risks and deliver on time and to budget.
 
 
 &bull; Strong power point presentation skills is a requisite.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location
 
 - Mumbai
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Salary range -
 
 As per market standards
 
 
 
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