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Job Title: Research Associates (Several Jobs)
Employer: Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Education and Experience:
· The applicants should preferably hold Bachelor’s Degrees in Economics, Statistics, Public Health, Social Sciences, Public Policy or related field;
· One year of research project experience at a field research management or analyst position;
· The applicants should be highly motivated and qualified individuals with outstanding research project management, data analysis, people management and communication skills.
· Proficiency with Stata and Microsoft Office tools is necessary, particularly Word and Excel;
· Strong written communication skills;
· Excellent command of English, both spoken and written;
· Show commitment to IPA’s high standards of data quality;
· Excellent management and organizational skills;
· Demonstrated ability to coordinate work effectively over email and phone
· Flexible, self-motivating and team player;
· Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with stakeholders (principal investigators, partner organizations);
Distinct Advantages:
· Master’s degree in economics, statistics, public policy, public health, social sciences, or related field;
· Previous experience with ODK/Survey CTO programming language;
· Knowledge of another data analysis or software is a plus;
· Familiarity with randomized controlled trials is a strong plus;
How to Apply:
All candidates must send their updated CVs (3 pages max, including three professional references) and cover letter to jobs-uganda@poverty-action.org The applicants must also complete the compulsory on-line assessment available at the following link:
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Deadline: 10th November 2017