CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Forcier Consulting
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 20 Feb 2015

Forcier is a growing organisation and we are particularly looking for candidates who are excited about contributing to our capacity building plans. The roles are based in our Juba office, with occasional field travel.

Forcier Consulting South Sudan are looking for Project Officers to manage qualitative and quantitative research projects for a range of humanitarian and development clients. We believe that quality M&E and research is the only way that humanitarian and other organisations can understand how to best respond to crises.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Project Officer will report to the Research Programme Manager and will be responsible for preparing research projects and managing data collection. In particular, the responsibilities of the Project Officer are to:

• Conduct literature reviews, draft concept notes, and gather other relevant background information as necessary;
• Assist with the drafting of tools for data collection on various projects;
• Collect qualitative and quantitative data on various company projects;
• Provide support in qualitative and quantitative analysis including report writing on various company projects;
• Train and manage enumerators for data collection;
• Coordinate fieldwork logistics
• Provide support and capacity building for other Forcier Consulting staff; and;
• Other tasks as agreed between the Project Officer and the Research Programme Manager.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• First level university degree (B.A., etc.), higher degrees preferred.

Required Skills:

• Diplomacy and sensitivity to cultural differences and respect for diversity;
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with ability to work simultaneously across several different projects
• Experience living or working in a developing African country;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to carry out presentations and produce written documents to a high standard;
• Resourceful, professional, and dependable with proven ability to work well under limited supervision and meet deadlines;
• Impeccable organizational skills with keen attention to detail;
• Some experience in managing projects and a small team;
• Strong Microsoft Office skills;
• Familiarity with qualitative or quantitative research methods.

Languages:

• Fluency in spoken and written English.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a full time position starting March/April 2015 or as soon as can be mutually agreed;
• Initial contract will be for 1 year with potential for renewal based on performance;
• Competitive salary on the national scale – accommodation and living stipend included.

How to apply:

Please email a CV and covering letter to clare@forcierconsulting.com.