Research Assistant

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, research, statistics, development studies, or related fields).
  
• 3 years of experience in research administration, data collection, or a related field, preferably in a research or development context.
  
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to work independently.
  
• Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages an asset.
  
• Familiarity with data management software and tools (e.g., NVivo, Excel, SPSS, or R).
  

Research Administration and Support:

• Provide administrative support to the Research Officer, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating travel arrangements for research activities focused on RLP’s thematic areas.
  
• Assist with preparing research proposals, reports, and other documents, ensuring alignment with RLP’s research agenda and thematic areas.
  

Data Collection and Management:

• Schedule data collection activities for research officers, pool researchers, lead researchers and Coordinator Research and Documentation
  
• Assist with data collection, including conducting interviews, surveys, and focus groups with refugees, youth, and vulnerable populations, focusing on RLP’s thematic areas.
  
• Support the use of innovative and non-conventional research methods, such as storytelling, art, dance, music, and other creative expressions, to engage young people and vulnerable persons, including victims and survivors of violence.
  

Community Engagement and Participation:

• Engage with communities and stakeholders, including refugees, youth groups, and survivors of gender-based violence, to promote research acceptance and participation in RLP’s research activities.
  
• Assist with obtaining informed consent from research participants, including administering consent forms, ensuring compliance with RLP’s research ethics and protocols.
  

Innovative Research Methods:

• Support the development and implementation of innovative research methods, such as participatory video, photovoice, and digital storytelling, to capture the experiences and perspectives of young people and vulnerable populations.
  
• Assist with the collection and analysis of data from non-traditional sources, such as art, music, and other creative expressions.
  

Data Transcription and Organization:

• Transcribe interviews, focus groups, and other data collection activities, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail, and organizing data in a manner that facilitates analysis and reporting.
  
• Organize and manage data, including notes, transcripts, and audio-visual materials, using digital tools like NVivo, Excel, or other data management software.
  

Data Protection and Management:

• Ensure all research data is handled and stored in accordance with RLP’s data protection policies and procedures, adhering to international standards for data security and confidentiality.
  
• Support the Research Officer with data management and archiving, including transferring data to secure servers and ensuring compliance with RLP’s data retention policies.
  
• Assist with maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of research participants, particularly in sensitive research areas like gender-based violence and mental health.