Research and Evaluation (10 Positions)

Join Our Research & Evaluation Talent Pool!

Are you a research professional with experience in national and international research and consultancy institutes? We are building a talent pool roster for multiple Research and Evaluation positions across various business units.

Available Positions:

• Senior Research Officer (8+ years of experience, Master’s or PhD)
• Research Officer (5+ years of experience, Master’s or PhD)
• Research Associate (3+ years of experience, Master’s)

Business Units & Research Focus Areas:

Agriculture and Rural Development

• Policy-oriented research on agricultural growth & productivity
• Analytical reports on rural development
• Social, economic, and environmental impact assessments
• Result-based monitoring & evaluation of agricultural programs
• Advisory services for agricultural policy and rural development initiatives

Market and Private Sector Development

• Policy research on private sector growth & investment climate
• Market system & value chain analysis
• Business environment reform recommendations
• M&E of private sector development programs
• Consulting services for policymakers & investors

Social Protection and Development

• Research on social security programs & basic social services
• Employment Opportunities & Legal Protection Studies
• Rural & urban safety net program analysis
• Social norms & inclusion assessments
• Operational research on social protection policies

Health, Nutrition, and Education

• Policy research on healthcare, nutrition, and education systems
• Monitoring & evaluation of public health programs
• Research on maternal & child health, water & sanitation, and environmental health
• Education System Efficiency & institutional capacity assessments
• Curriculum, textbook, and teacher development research

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research analysis, coordinate data collection, and consult clients
• Write high-quality research reports and field implementation reports
• Develop winning research and consultancy proposals
• Design appropriate research methodologies and tools
• Oversee project implementation with a focus on quality, budget, and timelines
• Represent Frontieri in meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagements
• Ensure confidentiality and adherence to organizational policies

Why Join the Roster?
By joining our talent pool, you’ll be among the first to be considered for research and evaluation opportunities aligned with your expertise.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Senior Research Officer: Master’s or PhD in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, Sociology, Public Health, Education, Business, or related fields.
• Research Officer: Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Research Associate: Master’s degree in relevant fields.

Experience:

• Senior Research Officer: 8+ years of experience in research, consultancy, or policy analysis.
• Research Officer: 5+ years of experience in research, consultancy, or policy analysis.
• Research Associate: 4+ years of experience in research, consultancy, or policy analysis.

Technical Expertise & Skills:

✅ Proven experience in conducting research, data analysis, and writing research reports.
✅ Strong background in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
✅ Experience in developing research proposals and winning consultancy projects.
✅ Familiarity with statistical software (SPSS, STATA, R, Python) and data collection tools (KOBO, ODK, CSPro).
✅ Ability to design surveys, conduct interviews, and manage field data collection.
✅ Experience working with international and national research and consultancy institutes.
✅ Knowledge of monitoring & evaluation (M&E) frameworks.

Soft Skills:

✔ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus).
✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
✔ Ability to work independently and in teams.
✔ Strong organizational and project management skills.
✔ Ability to engage with stakeholders, policymakers, and donors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in research related to Agriculture & Rural Development, Market & Private Sector Development, Social Protection & Development, and Health, Nutrition & Education.
• Experience in policy advisory roles and working with international donors, NGOs, and research institutions.
• Track record of published research papers or contributions to research projects.
  Previous experience in consultancy firms, think tanks, or academic institutions.