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Published: Aug 28, 2024 - Deadline:

TERMS OF REFERENCE TO RECRUIT TWO (2) RESEARCH FELLOWS AND ONE (1) BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT RESEARCHER
BACKGROUND
The Institute of Policy analysis and Research (IPAR –Rwanda) is a fast growing indigenous, independent, not-for-profit Rwandan Institution. IPAR seeks to enhance evidence based policy making by conducting timely, relevant, high-quality, policy-oriented analysis and research. It also promotes a culture of debate and dialogue on policy issues in Rwanda.
In order to meet the increasing expectations from its stakeholders, IPAR is seeking to recruit experienced and highly motivated staff.
1. RESEARCH FELLOW (2 POSITIONS)
a. Desired Profile of the Research Fellow

• Highly motivated research professional, with relevant Masters in Economics, Agriculture, Environmental sciences or natural resources management ; social development with at least 3 years of experience or PhD or its equivalent from a top-tier University, good interpersonal skills and at least 3 years of relevant research experience in a think-tank or active policy research Organisation.
• Self-starting and entrepreneurial individual with an understanding of policy analysis and how to influence the policymaking process ;
• Record of quality research output demonstrable by publications in policy documents and newspapers ;
• Some Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods and the willingness to learn and ability to transfer those skills to others ;
• Demonstrable research administration and budget management skills and the willingness to transfer those skills to others ;
• Record of experience in managing people, mentoring and skills transfer within a multi-disciplinary research environment ;
• Experience of undertaking a similar role in a public policy research institute or think tank ;
• Fluency in English is essential, working knowledge of French and/or Kinyarwanda is an added advantage ;
• Numerate, with strong skills in micro-economic and statistical analysis, with expertise in statistical software (e.g. SPSS, STATA) is very desirable ;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) ;
• Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
b. Reporting structure
The research fellow will report to the Senior Research Fellow. They will have responsibility for leadership of research assistants. A formal ‘Terms of Reference’ that clearly outlines delivery expectations will be agreed upon with the senior research fellow and Executive Director. Regular progress reports shall be submitted on the agreed intervals to be specified at the beginning of the contract, with a strong focus on delivery. External reporting will also be required to IPAR’s Board and funders.

c. Duration of Contract

The position is available for immediate start and the duration of the initial contract is for a period of one year, with possibility of renewal upon satisfactory performance.

d. Remuneration
A competitive salary is available for this role, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

2. Business Development Researcher for IPAR CONSULT Ltd (1 position)

a. Duties and Responsibilities of the Business Development Researcher.

The Business Development Researcher will apply his expertise in research and leadership to help the Executive Director drive IPAR objectives of IPAR Consult. IPAR Consult Ltd is a registered business arm of IPAR-Rwanda. Established to complement IPAR-Rwanda’s resource mobilization strategy, IPAR Consult Ltd operates as a profit making entity and is guided by the company law.
The Business Development Researcher will support the organization to gain domestic and international recognition for its achievements. He will transfer his valuable and diverse skills set to the growing IPAR Consult. A strong professional role-model for the team, the Business Development Researcher will lead by example, delivering and coordinating high impact, international standard research projects and offering training, coaching and mentoring to the research team where applicable.

b. Objectives of the Business Development Researcher role

• To provide intellectual leadership to the organization alongside IPAR Consult’s Managing Director, and to ensure IPAR Consult’s research and business output is quality, timely, relevant and high impact
• To design, lead and deliver research and project proposal programmes, consultancy assignments, projects to contribute to meeting IPAR Consult’s core objectives.
• To provide leadership in IPAR Consult Project proposal t management : and developing sustainable means to ensure that IPAR Consult’s Project proposals quality is assured, submitted to rigorous deadlines, and that budgets are properly designed and managed
• To develop funding proposals and drive the organization’s ability to access new and diverse funding sources
• To contribute to building the public profile of the organization by creating opportunities to participate in various forms of dialogue with public, not-for-profit, private and donor stakeholders and by public speaking and contributing to print and broadcast media.

c. Deliverables

The Business Development Researcher will be responsible for the delivery of the following :
• Timely and quality Project proposals that Contribute towards financial sustainability of IPAR Rwanda
• Detailed strategy to effectively compete for commercial research projects in the Rwanda market and outside Rwanda
• Quarterly work plan and budget in relation to project proposals and consultancy assignments.
• Quarterly departmental reports on the status of the project proposal and consultancy assignments.
• Any other task that may be to him by the IPAR Consult Managing Director.

d. Profile of the Business Development Researcher

• Highly motivated research professional with at least 5 years relevant experience, active in consultancy and Project proposals with 3 years of experience in Project Management.
• PhD in Economics, Agriculture, Environmental sciences or natural resources management, or any other relevant fields from a top-tier university.
• Record of high quality project proposals and consultancy assignments.
• Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods and the ability and willingness to transfer those skills to others
• Strong and demonstrable project management administration and budget management skills and the willingness to transfer those skills to others
• Leadership track record with experience of managing people, mentoring and skills transfer within a multi-disciplinary research environment
• Experience of developing working partnerships with similar bodies locally, regionally and internationally
• Fluency in English, working knowledge of French and/or Kinyarwanda.
• Highly numerate, with strong skills in macro-economic and statistical analysis, with expertise in statistical software (e.g. SPSS, STATA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.

e. Duration of Contract

The position is available for immediate start and the duration of the initial contract is for a period of one year, with possibility of renewal upon satisfactory performance.

f. Remuneration

A competitive salary is available for this role, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY ?

Interested candidates should send a short cover letter and CV to recruitment@ipar-rwanda.org with a copy to info@ipar-rwanda.org by 16/09/2024 at 5pm. Short listed candidates will then be contacted shortly afterwards. Should you have any further questions please send e-mail on the above e-mail with “RF recruitment or Business Development Researcher” in the subject line.

Done at Kigali, on 27/08/2024
Sincerely,

Eugenia KAYITESI
Executive Director