Research coordinator

Palladium

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Research coordinator

The Economic Policy Incubator (EPI) , launched in February 2016 with DFID support, aims to strengthen Nepal’s economic policies and policy processes through flexible approaches and instruments. Along with the Ministry of Finance- GoN, it aims to build strong partnerships with local stakeholders, including government agencies, civil society, and the private sector. Currently being implemented by Palladium International,   EPI is one of the three components of the DFID-supported Accelerating Investment and Infrastructure in Nepal (AiiN).

Economic Policy Incubator (EPI) invites application for the following position from the interested and eligible Nepali candidates who have ability to deliver results with highest level to integrity.

Research Coordinator Job Description

The Research Coordinator will support the activities of the EPI’s ongoing pilot projects. They will support research, analysis and consultation activities by national and international experts, and will support the planning and management of key events. This position is a full time for the duration of the program, i.e. up-to 31 March, 2020 and will report to the Deputy Team Leader being a full time role:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

  • Developing and refining Terms of Reference for assignments by short-term technical experts;
  • Providing written inputs and research support to emerging project proposals;
  • Supporting the drafting and development of Memorandums of Understanding with different partner organizations;
  • Managing records and documents for each pilot project;
  • Support for arranging and conducting meetings and workshops, including logistical support as well as preparing notes and/or minutes;
  • Inputs to drafting progress reports, in collaboration with the M&E manager;
  • Liaising with and collecting documents, resources, and reference materials from various government agencies;
  • Support for tracking and recording meetings, and maintaining the AiiN stakeholders database;
  • Liaising between the technical Team and Operations on admin and finance matters related to the projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Key requirements include:

  • Master’s degree in economics, public policy, business administration or related field;
  • Minimum three years relevant work experience with demonstrated ability in research coordination in development projects;
  • Strong research and analysis backgrounds/skills;
  • Demonstrated experience in managing events/- workshops and Focus Group discussions with diverse participants including Government and Private sector;
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Good writing skills in –both in English and Nepali languages.

POSITION LOCATION: Kathmandu, Nepal

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their CV along with cover letter via email with mention of “VN1766” in subject line to applications@thepalladiumgroup.com by 26th September 2016 . Applications without the subject line will not be entertained.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be communicated called for further selection process.

Palladium is an equal opportunities employer.

Overview

Category Development and Project
Openings 1
Experience 3+ years
Education Please check vacancy details
Posted Date 16 Sep, 2016
Apply Before 26 Sep, 2016
City Kathmandu