Research Assistant, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) - Migration and Displacement at Samuel Hall

Tasks & Responsibilities Objective 
Evaluation 

• Assume responsibilities of the project cycle from A to Z for M&E projects 
• Support the design or design evaluation tools and evaluation methodologies 
• Conduct secondary research and desk reviews in support of baseline, midline, and/or endline evaluations 
• Provide strong analysis and recommendations in line with policy and academic standards 
• Transcribe interview notes and support Research Lead / Research Manager in drafting evaluation reports Objective

Fieldwork 

• Undertake research in support of evaluation projects,  including fieldwork and primary data collection, putting fieldwork at the centre of the mission 
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection (such as surveys, case studies, focus groups, field observations, and key informant interviews) 
• Support project fieldwork and monitor the quality of data collection in support of evaluations 
• Provide input to improve the quality of the field teams’ notes, transcripts, outputs for evaluations Objective

Organisational Support 

• Train field teams and colleagues as required on components of the project cycle and evaluation standards 
• Plan fieldwork logistics, and adequate resource management with field coordinators for all evaluation projects 
• Support to widen Samuel Hall’s network 
• Effectively communicate with supervisors on progress with daily and weekly updates

Requirements Required

• A Master's degree in a related field (IInternational Relations, International Development, Political Science, Monitoring & Evaluation) 
• Previous relevant experience of research in contexts of migration, including monitoring and evaluating development and/or humanitarian projects and programs 
• Knowledge of key institutional frameworks, M&E standards and methodologies (UNEG, OECD DAC), and stakeholders 
• Proven experience in writing research papers, consultancy reports, evaluation assignments and policy briefs 
• Proven experience in project management and leading teams 
• Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and tools (for example, R, SPSS, NVIVO) 
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English 
• Keen attention to detail 
• Ability to be patient and to work well within a global team 
• Ability to cope well under pressure, occasionally work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines