Senior Conflict and Peacebuilding Researcher at

4 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Bodhi Global Analysis Full time
Bodhi Global Analysis is an international development consultancy specialising in political economy analysis, conflict analysis, and gender and inclusion. Bodhi Global Analysis is a UK based international development research consultancy firm, with a subsidiary in Nairobi.
About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Conflict Researcher to join our highly dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will be proactive and committed to producing sound, objective research and analysis.

In the role, you will conduct research on some of the most current and complex conflict and peacebuilding issues.

You will be involved in undertaking research across a range of other thematic issues in fragile and conflict affected settings (FCAS), such as gender, food security and livelihoods, climate change, and migration, and how they intersect with conflict.

You will also lead and support evaluations and reviews of conflict/peacebuilding and other thematic programmes.

You will be expected to occasionally travel to FCAS to deliver research activities, working closely with other researchers and national consultants.

You will be based in Kenya, working remotely. Candidates must have the right to work in Kenya.
The position is a full-time contract with a 3-month probationary period.

Position is ideal for you if you:
Have an interest in developing experience conducting research on conflict and in FCAS
Are committed to producing sound, objective research and analysis
Have strong written and verbal communication skills
Are proactive and organised - you anticipate problems and tasks, communicate them to the team, and propose solutions

Working with Bodhi, you will:
Have ample opportunity to build diverse experience across thematic and geographic contexts
Have the opportunity to develop research ideas, with the flexibility to pursue your own research interests
Improve your research and organisational skills
Conduct substantial fieldwork, with the opportunity to improve your foreign language skills, or learn a new one
Have the flexibility to schedule and manage your work as tailored to your needs

Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Research

Leading different stages of conflict-related research and evaluation projects, including design, data collection, analysis, and reporting and dissemination phases.

Conduct in-depth literature and desk reviews using a variety of secondary sources, in line with Bodhi's guidelines and quality standards.

Conduct data cleaning and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data and interpret findings, in line with best practice and Bodhi's quality standards

Undertake the design of research instruments, and conduct remote and in-person data collection by participating in, leading, and/or supporting surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions.

Contribute to the critical review, analysis and publication of reports, articles and data.
Perform any other reasonable duties as directed by line management.
Project Development
Support the development of new projects, including developing concepts and contributing to drafting proposals.

Person Specification
Qualification and experience

Masters degree in Development Studies, International Relations, Peace and Conflict Studies, or a related discipline
Thematic interest and experience in conflict, peacebuilding, stabilisation and security, and their intersection with other themes such as climate change, food security, governance, economic development, and youth and gender
7+ years of experience conducting relevant research
Fluency in English, with other languages (especially Arabic and French) highly desirable
Ability to cope well under pressure, and to occasionally work irregular hours to meet tight deadlines

Core Competencies

Research skills:

Ability to think critically and analytically to distill information for relevance and context, strong report drafting skills and ability to write in a lucid accessible style.

Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies is desirable, though experience will be provided through the role
Interest or experience in drafting guides for key informant interviews and focus groups is an advantage.
Proven knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Understanding and application of statistical analysis software (e.g. SPSS and/or STATA) is an added advantage.

Key values and principles

Attention to detail:
A commitment to high quality deliverables and reports, meticulous in approach to research and report writing.

Initiative and flexibility:
Competency in independent working, show initiative towards completing goals and objectives, but also have the flexibility to adapt and answer to different demands necessary to fulfil assigned tasks

Teamwork:
Openness to ideas and input from others on team, ability to work collaboratively, have strong listening and interpersonal skills

Organisation:
A systematic approach to work, with the ability to multitask and manage time efficiently, meeting deadlines under pressure

Integrity:
Must have a strong sense of research and professional ethics, be conscientious in approach to work and be committed to Bodhi's research standards

Communication:
Ability to communicate (verbal and written) confidently in English and to adapt to different audiences and cultural contexts

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