May 31, 2013

Vacancy: Policy Research Assistant (PRA)

The African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) a regional organization working on debt and development issues in Africa, seeks to recruit forward minded individuals to the following position:

Policy Research Assistant 

The PRA will carry out research and contribute to policy intelligence and coordination in AFRODAD.

Description of Tasks and Operations
- Conducting desk and field research
- Producing policy reports and briefs
- Facilitating Advocacy processes, including organising events, conferences, meetings and seminars
- Carrying out General and Corporate responsibilities including responding to enquiries from other stakeholders concerning their portfolio
- In coordination with the Policy Officers, the PRA will assist in provision of technical support to partners in Zimbabwe and the region.

Please visit http://www.afrodad.org/ for a detailed job description

Required Qualifications and Skills
- At least a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with strong research abilities
- At least two years experience working on debt, aid and/or economic governance issues
- Superior computer and data analysis skills
- High analytical and reasoning skills
- Ability to conduct with competence research in both qualitative and quantitative methods
- Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
- Excellent written English skills and experience with drafting documents, such as memos, letters, project plans and reports
- Flexibility and ability to work in fast-paced environment, with frequent change
- Additional language skills (preferably French or Portuguese) is an added advantage.

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should forward their applications accompanied by CVs to: afrodad@afrodad.co.zw and write title of the position they are applying for in the subject line. Application deadline: 15 June 2013

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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