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• Take the lead in coordinating research projects on identified issues
  regarding the environment in which HRDs operate, while identifying project
  goals, research methods, variables, choose how to collect data, review and
  analyse it and make research schedules to monitor the activities of
  research teams.
• Develop written materials (literature reviews, position papers,
  concise reports) which will be made available in both print and electronic
  formats on different thematic areas as shall be advised
• Work with the Programmes team to develop winning proposals,
  including conceptual, methodological, operational, and evaluative aspects
  for any related project;

• Work with Head of Programmes in planning and designing HRCU’s
  research strategies for any given research project
• Lead the given fieldwork activities for training from the planning
  stage through to the evaluation stage
• Coordinate and facilitate trainings, workshops, consultative
  meetings, public and community dialogues while ensuring that all training
  program deliverables are met
• Prepare reports on completed activities as outlined in the work
  plans within the approved funding timelines by the different donors.
• Work in close collaboration with the M&E Officer, ensure that
  documentation of activity results including outcomes and best practices
  are maintained and communicated accordingly to support management in
  evidence based decision making and learning purposes.                                                   

• Represent HRCU at different fora, workshops, seminars, conferences
  and events nationally, regional and internationally as may be assigned
  from time to time and prepare reports accordingly;
• Develop and maintain good working relations with key
  stakeholders  (government agencies,
  local authorities, policy makers, and relevant organisations) to promote a
  better understanding of HRCU’s mandate;
• Develop and remain up-to-date on partnership with various stakeholders
  to mobilize their support for HRCU activities.

• The applicant must hold a Bachelors’ degree in law or equivalent;
• Possession of a Masters’ degree will be an added advantage
• At least four years of progressive professional experience in
  capacity building, advocacy, human rights, research and/or communications
  and networking;
• Fluent written and spoken English;
• Excellent communication and follow up skills including the ability
  to develop and present effective presentations to partners and other key
  stakeholders.
• Excellent writing, copy editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent computer literacy (primarily in Microsoft Office packages)
  and ability to apply in assignments;
• Knowledge of qualitative, quantitative and participatory research
  methodologies, Understanding of methodologies for synthesis and
  meta-analysis of qualitative and quantitative data
• Experience conducting desk-based reviews, synthesizing information
  NGOs and communicating key messages clearly
• Experience of working with diverse forms of data, including
  qualitative and quantitative material
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills; and ability to work
  independently with minimal supervision;
• Excellent time and project management skills with proven ability
  to  work under pressure and meet
  deadlines;
• Strong problem-solving skills, capacity to analyze information and
  recommend necessary recourse for maximizing project progress and impact;
• Strong capacity building and facilitation skills
• Strong and demonstrated communication skills, including web-based
  communication, writing research reports, writing donor reports.

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