Job Description:

WPS-Research Assistant

Number Of positions: 1

Duration: 1 year

Location:  Duhok Governorate

Publishing Date: 7th Nov 2024

Deadline of submission: 25th Nov 2024

 

About Us

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organisation which empowers vulnerable women and girls so that they are safe, have opportunities to learn, the tools to become financially independent and have the freedom to lead change. We provide safe social spaces inside refugee camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run four women’s centres for the IDP, refugee and host community in Kurdistan 

Our programs are based around pillars from the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals:

·         Health & Safety

·         Education and Livelihoods

·         Peacebuilding & Human Rights

·         Climate Change

Our centres implement much-needed livelihood training, language courses, computer training, mental health support, fitness and health training, awareness sessions, and advocacy on women's rights and gender-based violence. 

We aim to provide the foundation for women to rebuild themselves, their families, and their futures. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the hearts of communities, listening to local needs and employing local women to implement the programmes. Our fundamental belief is that women and girls are powerful drivers of change, and we provide the support they need to reach their full potential and rebuild their futures.

 

 

WPS research assistant Position at TLF (An overview)

The Research Assistant will undertake rigorous research, collect and analyse data, and contribute to reports or publications that further the organisation’s objectives. This role requires a high degree of analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to present complex information clearly. She/he will report to the Lotus Flower WPS project manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Develop research proposals and methodologies based on the project goals.

·         Define data collection methods and resources needed to achieve research objectives.

·         Preparing interview questions and summarising results

·         Collect quantitative and qualitative data through various methods (surveys, interviews, literature reviews).

·         Organise, code, and analyse data to extract meaningful insights.

·         Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and relevance throughout the research process.

·         Conducting research and summarising findings on project findings

·         Maintain quality standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings

·         Schedule and conduct interviews.

·         Select a place to conduct interviews and obtain permission from all participants

· Analyse data using various statistical methods.

·         Contribute to the development of white papers, journal articles, or case studies where applicable.

·         Participate in team meetings to discuss research progress and challenges.

·         Ensure that all research activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

·         Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and visualisations based on research findings.

  • Perform other tasks assigned to him/her by the direct supervisor.

 

Required Qualifications:

·         Previous knowledge, experience and understanding about women’s rights in general and women, Peace and Security 1325 in particular . Previous experiences in conducting research that align with those areas are highly encouraged to apply.

·         Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Data Science, Economics, or a related field.

·         Proficiency in data analysis tools and familiarity with statistical software and qualitative research tools.

·         Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

·         Excellent administrative skills.

·         Ability to work under pressure.

·         Excellent time management skills.

·         Strong interpersonal and influence skills.

·         Excellent communication skills (written and spoken)

·         Proven ability to represent the organisation in dealings with external clients

·         Strong teamwork skills.

·         Fluent in local languages and in written and spoken Arabic and English mandatory

·         Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

 

 

 

 How to apply:

·         Please send your updated CV and cover letter to careers@thelotusflower.org  while Mentioning “ WPS research assistant “as the subject of your email,

·         CVs that do not include the subject line will not be considered.

·         Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

·         Applications past the expiration date of the advertisement will not be considered.