Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 14, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Contribute to desk studies, literature reviews, data analysis and report writing as may be assigned by Supervisors;
• Organize and undertake fieldwork and case studies as may be assigned by Supervisors;
• Keep up to date with developments in STI policy issues, as well as qualitative and quantitative research methods;
• Assist the research team to manage existing research programs and projects;
• Assist in developing proposals and fundraising for projects/programs;
• Assist the Training and Research Manager to organize meetings, workshops, and seminars for the institution;
• Maintain accurate computerized and manual files and records for ATPS research programs/projects; and
• Participate in dissemination and training workshops organized by the ATPS.

Delegation of Responsibilities for this position will be as follows:
• 80% time to be spent in research and program activities
• 20% time to be spent in fundraising activities

Qualifications and Competencies:
• A Master’s Degree in Science, Technology and Innovation Studies, Research and Development Studies, Economics, and other related disciplines;
• At least two years relevant experience in research, project management, monitoring and evaluation;
• Strong skills in research data analyses and report writing;
• Strong skills in Statistical Computing; and
• Fluency in English, written and spoken. Proficiency in French will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes
• Good character
• A Self-starter with a strong desire to learn
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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Job application procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should send an application letter stating their motivation for the job and a detailed curriculum vitae with at least three (3) referees to executivedirector@atpsnet.org with a copy to finance@atpsnet.org
The deadline for the submission of application is on Monday, 27 September 2021. Use the job title “Research Assistant” as the subject of your email when submitting your applications.

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