• Carry out primary and secondary research that would help strengthen advocacy initiatives.
• Analyse and interpret results of studies, and prepare reports detailing findings, recommendations, or conclusions.
• Research and analysis with respect to proposed legislation and regulations.
• Prepare research reports, writing briefing papers, policy briefs, discussion papers etc.
• Make recommendations for programmes and policies based on research findings.
• Consult with government officials research agencies and representatives of other stakeholders.
• Assist in organising and conducting surveys, events, etc.
• Liaison with funders and prepare project proposals, concept notes, etc

• Previous experience of public policy research/publication/advocacy will be desirable;
• Experience of working in a multicultural environment.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

•  Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques;
•  Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the organisation and to create new opportunities;
•  Analytical Skills: Able to analyse large, complex data sets using a variety of software applications (SPSS, SAS, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite), including the use of relational databases;
•  Planning & Organising: Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently;
•  Relationship Management: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal/external clients/relevant stakeholders to meet or exceed their expectations within the organisational parameter;
•  Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organisation;
•  Cultural Understanding: International mind set, understands different perspectives and is able to work comfortably in multi-cultural environment;
•  Accountability: Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and focused on results; ability to manage multiple projects within ambiguous and undefined parameters.