Job Description

MassDel is a services marketplace on a mission to transform the delivery and services market by seamlessly connecting service seekers and providers through an innovative technology platform. We are looking to hire a Research Coordinator to work on various company projects. The research coordinator's main duties include preparing research proposal and field plans, managing field research, participate in data collection, assuring data quality, participating in analysis and research report writing, and others.

Your duties/responsibilities:

• Write research proposals by applying valid scientific techniques.
• Prepare field work schedule and budget for approval.
• Write field research and training manuals and protocols for field researchers.
• Train field researchers on research protocols and tools.
• Design sampling technique and sample size appropriate for each research type or objective.
• Develop research design and methodology, data collection tools, and data collection plan, 
• Collaborate with other researchers and consultants in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of research projects.
• Produce documentation of the study instrument development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.
• Participate in data collection.
• Contribute to and participate in data analysis and report writing.
• Coordinate and manage research and consultancy projects.
• Monitor and evaluate field research progress and performance.
• Review, classify, and clean data in preparation for computer analysis.
• Prepare data analysis plan.
• Process data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
• Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
• Interpret and analyze data using appropriate statistical and qualitative data analysis software
• Write research reports and present findings to clients and other stakeholders
• Follow a strict code of ethics and protecting any confidential information at all times.
• Propose techniques to improve research quality and team productivity.
• Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for any inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve data quality.
• Undertake related other tasks as assigned by the manager/s.

Job Requirements

• Preferably a Master’s Degree and above preferably in research, statistics, economics, data science, operations research, monitoring and evaluation, public health, or other relevant disciplines. Bachelor’s degree holders with exceptional research and statistical aptitude can also apply.
• CGPA of 3.5 and above in undergraduate and/or post-graduate programs.
• Broad quantitative and qualitative research expertise
• Some years’ work experience in research project management or coordination, consultancy, monitoring and evaluation, project management, research, and so on a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluency in English language is a must
• Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams
• Strong statistical and mathematical aptitude.
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and techniques.
• Proficiency in one or more statistical programs, as well as advanced-level MS Office skills
• Detail-oriented and highly-organized, able to coordinate on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, and have an analytical mindset
• Excellent time management and prioritization
• Enjoys problem-solving, group brainstorming, and other innovative thinking

How to Apply

Salary and other benefits will be negotiable, and the position will be based in Addis Ababa but may involve travel to the regions and outside Ethiopia.

Interested applicants who meet the above minimum requirements can send their applications, resume, and non-returnable photocopies of their credentials, including diploma and student copy, and others to: massdeleth@gmail.com or massdel2020@gmail.com. All applications should be received until November 5, 2020. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.