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We are #hiring! Position: Research Fellow Organisation: A Leading NGO Experience: 10 yrs Qualification: Post-graduate degree in Economics, Anthropology, Sociology, Statistics, Population studies, Gender studies, History, Development Studies, Public Policy, Social Work CTC: 12-16 LPA Location: Delhi Job Description Lead projects and initiatives and contribute to the emerging knowledge infrastructure on tribal development and sustainable livelihoods. Developing and writing relevant knowledge briefs for the policy inputs/reforms and practice support This role would also provide an opportunity to redefine how inclusive knowledge infrastructures are co-created for the livelihood sector Conceptualise and design mixed-method research initiatives in consultation with the Head of Research and MEL to develop policy briefs, technical papers, research papers and reports for government and non-government stakeholders. Travel across to document the expansive work of the organization partners on sustainable livelihoods, natural resource management, and securing rights and entitlements for socio-economically marginalised and vulnerable communities through Government schemes Under the guidance of the research lead, curate a database on tribal development and rural livelihoods using existing datasets and resources in the public domain. Undertake short research studies, rapid appraisals, design and implement need assessment studies to support the program and resource mobilisation team Job Requirements A postgraduate degree in Economics, Anthropology, Sociology, Statistics, Population studies, Gender studies, History, Development Studies, Public Policy, Social Work, or any other related discipline from a reputed institution directly relevant to the job profile. Proven Experience in managing multi-partner, large-scale research projects Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams of highly qualified researchers in collaborative initiatives. Demonstrated experience of 10 years in designing and executing high-quality research in the domain of Rural Development/Tribal Development/Sustainable Livelihoods/ Climate Change/ Agriculture/ Forestry Excellent written and communication skills in English and Hindi. Knowledge of regional languages spoken in the north-east is an added advantage Proven skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis using analysis software like R/ STATA and NVivo. Willingness to travel extensively Show more Show less
