Research Associate
Organization: Sphere IndiaLocation: New Delhi
Industry: Research
Type: Full-time
Salary: NA
Description: Sphere India is currently looking to hire a Research Associate to support in research, analysis and documentation related to the themes of disaster risk reduction, disaster impact, resilience and climate change.
Responsibilities:
- Data extraction through various research databases and other sources to develop analytical and descriptive documentation on different topics.
- Support in research and analysis related to the themes of disaster impact, disaster risk reduction, resilience and climate change.
- Assist in preparation of documentation and reports related to works undertaken by the organization.
- Preparing a variety of reports, presentations, graphics, tables, lists, graphs, charts and/or diagrams for documentation and presentations
- Support with the proofreading of written materials (reports, studies and working papers) to ensure they are ready for publication.
- Any other tasks stipulated by the team.
Profile requirements:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in disaster management, engineering technology,social sciences, planning, sustainable development, public policy or other related fields.
- Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree in disaster management, engineering technology,social sciences, planning, sustainable development, public policy or other related fields.
- Work Experience: 1-3 years of work experience.
Desired Skills:
- Interested in working on disaster risk reduction, sustainable development and climate change adaptation. Candidates with prior experience in these areas will be preferred.
- Strong quantitative and analytical research capabilities.
- Analytical, writing and reporting skills and proficiency in written and oral English.
- Communication, and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively to internal and external audiences.
- Proficiency in computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop and other software.
- Ability to multi-task and accomplish multiple targets within a limited timeframe.
Application Instructions:
- Candidates with required qualifications can send their applications to jobs@sphereindia.org.in with a resume, cover letter and writing sample by 28th June 2021.
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Disclaimer:
- Candidates with Requisite Experience Only apply that too with relevant cover letter.
- The openings provided here are meant for information purposes only. Please cross-verify the details before applying.
