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At SRHIN, we are committed to improving health outcomes in underserved communities. As we expand our impact, we seek a proactive and skilled Research Officer to drive funding opportunities and strategic partnerships.

Job Summary

The Research Officer will play a crucial role in supporting SRHIN’s research initiatives, ensuring high-quality data collection, analysis, and reporting. The officer will be responsible for writing research manuscripts, leading monitoring and evaluation (M&E) efforts for various projects, preparing research reports, and conducting both quantitative and qualitative interviews. The role requires a strong background in research methodologies, data analysis, and scientific writing to contribute to evidence-based decision-making and program improvements.

Key Responsibilities

📝 Research and Manuscript Development

– Conduct literature reviews to support research projects.

– Develop research proposals, study protocols, and ethical approval applications.

– Write research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

– Collaborate with project teams to translate findings into policy briefs and reports.

– Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant research developments in the field.

🤝 Monitoring and Evaluation

– Design and implement M&E frameworks to assess the effectiveness of programs and interventions.

– Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and data collection tools for program monitoring.

– Work with a team of field researchers to ensure quality data collection

– Analyze M&E data and generate reports with actionable insights for program improvement.

– Ensure compliance with donor reporting requirements and internal M&E standards.

🌍Data collection and analysis

– Design and administer surveys, focus groups, and key informant interviews.

– Conduct both qualitative and quantitative data analysis using statistical software such as NViVo, MAXQDA, SPSS, STATA, or R.

– Analyze large secondary datasets (Nigeria Demographic Health Survey, Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey, etc)

– Maintain data integrity, ensuring accurate and ethical data collection and management.

📊 Report writing and documentation

– Prepare comprehensive research reports, policy briefs, and presentations for stakeholders.

– Document best practices, lessons learned, and case studies from project implementations.

– Assist in writing grant proposals and funding applications.

– Prepare periodic reports for internal and external stakeholders, including donors, partners, and government agencies.

Stakeholder engagement and collaboration

– Work closely with internal teams, partner organizations, and academic institutions.

– Represent the organization at research conferences, workshops, and networking events

– Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and research institutions.

– Contribute to capacity-building efforts by training staff on research methodologies and data analysis.

Qualification & Skills

Essential Qualifications:

– A minimum of a Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Statistics, or a related field. Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and who have extensive years of research experience may apply.

– Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in research, monitoring and evaluation, or a related role.

– Strong proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.

– Experience in developing research manuscripts and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

– Proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, STATA, R) and qualitative analysis tools (NVivo, ATLAS.ti).

– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

– Experience in the health sector or humanitarian settings.

– Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Compesation & Benefits

– Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

– Opportunities for professional development and training.

– Conducive working environment

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply here:
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📌 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.