BBC Media Action Research Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
BBC Media Action Research Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
Overall Purpose of JobResearch is the backbone of BBC Media Action’s work.
It is used both to inform media outputs and evaluate the effectiveness of our activities.
Research conducted by BBC Media Action includes both quantitative impact and reach surveys, as well as qualitative research throughout the project lifecycle.
The role of the Research Officer is to deliver these research activities to contribute to the effective delivery and success of BBC Media Action’s projects in Ethiopia.
Specifically, this role will be contributing to a research initiative focusing on youth engagement, participation and sexual reproductive health and rights. Experience in these areas is highly desirable.
Main Duties
Working on a range of research projects and employing different research methodologies (both quantitative and qualitative)
Working closely with the project management and production teams locally, and with researchers based at headquarters, to ensure research continually informs our work
Developing and refining research instruments, such as questionnaires and discussion guides, and overseeing the piloting and implementation of these instruments
Assisting in the selection and commissioning of research agencies to undertake quantitative reach and impact surveys, in addition to qualitative research
Overseeing and monitoring data collection
Processing and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data, and reporting in line with organizational and donor requirements
Conducting and overseeing the collection of qualitative data using methods including in- depth interviews and focus groups
Recruiting and training research freelancers and translators, as required.
Conducting pre-testing of media content among target audiences and ensuring that findings are incorporated into broadcast outputs
Explaining and presenting complex ideas and findings in a way that can be easily understood by a range of internal and external audiences
Complying at all times with BBC Media Action’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy and ensuring that all freelancers and external suppliers are aware of their responsibilities under these policies.
Reporting any related concerns as soon as they become apparent
Keeping up to date with developments in policy and social issues, as well as innovations in qualitative and quantitative research methods
Any other tasks which may be required as part of the role
Job Requirements
Required skills, knowledge and Experience
University degree in Social Studies, Development or any other related field of Study.
Experience in development and research work, with demonstrable experience in research implementation (mixed methods) and analysis
Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research in Ethiopia
Familiarity with standard software packages, preferably including SPSS
Demonstrate administrative, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Excellent communications and people skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
High
degree of personal organization
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Strong commitment to, and understanding of, development issues in Ethiopia.
Fluency in oral and written Amharic and English
Key competencies
The following competencies (behaviors and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job.
Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies
Editorial Judgement - demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.
Creative Thinking - able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions.
Planning and organization - able to think ahead in order to establish and efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritizes and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources.
Communication - able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behavior change.
Managing relationships and team working - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Developing Others - able to recognize potential (managerial, professional, artistic or otherwise) and is willing to foster the development of that potential. Creates a climate in which potential can be realized.
Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation and energy.
Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups.
Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organization or job requirements.
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should ONLY send cover letter and CV with three names of reference to info@et.bbcmediaaction.org before OR on December 3, 2020
Note
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties.
The BBC is an equal opportunity employer
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