Design Associate Communications Team

3. Key Objectives of the Job

• To provide methodological, research and evidence-based support to Arpan s Research and Programme evaluation design, implementation, analysis, reporting, and dissemination

4. Major Deliverables

• Lead and manage assigned internal and external research projects and evaluation independently
• Design and pilot quantitative, qualitative and mixed method surveys in collaboration with other teams.
• Conduct advanced data analysis using statistical software packages of programme and research data to inform programme design, implementation and strategy.
• Engage with external research agencies to ensure conduct of quality research and follow ethical protocols.
• Perform data quality checks for internal and external research projects.
• Write high quality reports and review internal and external stakeholders reports.
• Conduct literature reviews and keep abreast of findings from relevant research.
• Ensure preparation, maintenance and updation of Arpan s research knowledge databases.
• 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.

5. Job Challenge

• Managing both internal and external research projects simultaneously while ensuring quality and timeliness can be challenging.
• Ensuring accuracy and reliability of data from multiple sources, especially when working with external agencies or large-scale surveys.
• Conducting advanced data analysis and deriving meaningful insights, particularly when dealing with complex datasets.
• Ensuring external research partners adhere to high-quality standards, timelines, and ethical protocols.
• Coordinating with programme, communications, and M&E teams to align research with organizational goals while managing differing expectations.

6. Specialized job competencies

• Demonstrated experience on quantitative methodologies and data analysis using statistical tools (SPSS, STATA, R, NVivo, Survey CTO etc.) is a must.
• Experience in experimental / quasi-experimental research studies (e.g. RCT, RDD, PSM designs) would be an advantage.
• Hands-on experience of overseeing primary data collection, ensuring ethical considerations and child protection protocols.
• Ability to communicate technical topics to internal and external audiences in clear, simple and compelling manner both verbally and in writing.
• Interpret research findings to inform program strategies, training modules, and government partnership, fundraising efforts.

• Masters s degree in any developmental, statistical, population studies, with graduate-level coursework on statistics, econometrics, impact evaluation, and economic development.

8. Desired Experience

• Minimum 4 to 5 years of experience in quantitative research in development sector.
• Prefer candidates with exposure to child protection, child sexual abuse and/or similar areas of work.

9. Other desired attributes

• 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.
• Predict and oversee risks and deliver on time and to budget.
• Strong power point presentation skills is a requisite.

1. Context

• Mobilize financial resources to support Arpan s programmes and strategic goals.
• Build and nurture relationships with donors and partners across sectors.
• Align fundraising efforts with Arpan s mission of a world free of Child Sexual Abuse.

Execute Arpan s Fundraising Strategy

• Support the development and implementation of Arpan s multi-stakeholder fundraising plan.

End-to-End Fundraising Process

• Research and identify new funding prospects and opportunities.
• Draft and/or support development of high-quality proposals and grant applications.
• Maintain thorough and up-to-date documentation on donor pitches, proposals, agreements, and records.

Donor Management and Engagement

• Manage assigned donor accounts and provide support in managing other key funder relationships.
• Ensure timely, customized, and high-quality donor communication and reporting.
• Coordinate with internal teams to collate relevant data and stories of impact.
• Organize donor field visits and engagement opportunities to deepen partnerships.

• Stay updated on key trends and developments in the child protection and fundraising ecosystems.
• Bring relevant insights to the team to inform strategy and build stronger donor relationships.

• Navigating the challenge of raising funds for a sensitive and underfunded issue in a competitive landscape, while building sustained donor interest and engagement.

• Excellent storytelling ability to explain Arpan s mission and journey across a diverse stakeholder set.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail (MS Office should be your friend).
• Strong communication skills written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build long-term relationships.
• Strong research, coordination, and documentation abilities.
• Commitment to child protection and Arpan s vision and values.

• Fundraising experience in the development sector is preferred
• Business development experience in the management consulting space or industry can be considered