#Vacancy: Research Associate Job at The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN)

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Job Title: Research Associate

Company: The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN)

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND  

Location: Jigawa, Nigeria

Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit

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The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN) is a national non-governmental organization promoting Reproductive Health (RH) in Nigeria. PPFN seeks qualified candidates for the below position under the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) funded Project for a one-year contract employment.

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Job Code: RA 2015

Dutse, Jigawa

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Role: – The purpose of this position is to support the J-PAL Project in the evaluation of community-based interventions designed to decrease maternal mortality in the rural communities in northern Nigeria (Jigawa) titled strengthening the Midwives Service Scheme with Community Focused Interventions: Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Field Trial in Nigeria. – The Research Associate will work closely with academic researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including the following: – Communication activities – Data Management – Training – Financial management.

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Requirements: – Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Public Health or related fields. – Experience in the management of programme implementation or field research in health or development economics in a developing country for at least a year. – Fluency arid excellent communication skills in English and Hausa – Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team player – Demonstrable ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations – Knowledge of State (strongly preferred) or other data analysis software is preferred. – Familiarity with randomized controlled trials preferred. – Good understanding of finances and budgeting is essential. – Capability to coordinate and supervise other staff.

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