REPOA is an independent policy research institution established in 1994 to undertake research, capacity building, and policy engagement on various aspects of economic growth and human development. It is one of the leading research organisations in Tanzania, and among the top Think Tanks in Sub-Saharan Africa. REPOA believes that evidence-informed policy dialogue and development is necessary for effective planning and designing of interventions for accelerate socioeconomic transformation for inclusive development.
REPOA is currently seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of Senior Researcher.
Job Summary
The Senior Researcher is expected to carry out strategic research projects and studies as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers and in line with REPOA’s research programme and mandate.
Summary of duties and responsibilities
a. Undertake publication of policy briefs, working papers, journals, and books in relevant areas consistent with REPOA’s research programmes.
b. Provide technical inputs and support to works of other researchers involved in various research programmes and projects.
c. Develop concept notes and research proposals for various research projects.
d. Develop appropriate research design/methodology for various research projects.
e. Prepare expressions of interest and research proposals in response to restricted or open invitations from third parties in areas relevant to REPOA’s mandate.
f. Lead and participate in project teams for various research projects and studies as delegated by the heads of research departments.
g. Sustain organisation research capacity by working closely and co-author publications with junior researchers for capacity building purposes.
h. Develop training programmes on research methodology, policy analysis, and writing skills, and mobilise resources for their implementation.
i. Train research assistants, assistant researchers and researchers and manage fieldworks to ensure quality and effective data collection and processing for various research assignments.
j. Participate in selective and strategic policy forums and networking events, both within the country and outside the country (regional, and international).
k. Participate in various committees formed by the government of Tanzania and other development agencies at national, regional, and global levels as shall be deemed strategic to the institution’s mandate.
l. Provide input to REPOA strategic planning, annual planning, and monitoring of results.
m. Ensure monitoring tools and relevant indicators at project levels are in place and implemented for purposes of assessing the operational effectiveness, outcomes, and impact of the research work.
Required Qualifications
A PhD in social sciences or other relevant fields with a minimum of three years of experience in an academic or research organisation and at least four publications in accredited and reputable forum.
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant in line with REPOA’s scheme of service.
Mode of Application
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply via email: repoa@repoa.or.tz and should send their typed application letter clearly marked “Application for Senior Researcher” and detailed CV including three referees to the addressee below by Friday, 30th August 2024.
REPOA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
*Only selected applicants who meet the above requirements will be considered for an interview. Those who do not hear from REPOA two weeks following the expiry of this advertisement should consider themselves unsuccessful.
Offer ended on September 2, 2024
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