Research and Evidence Advisor – Abidjan_ Côte d’Ivoire At Save the Children

Research and Evidence Advisor – Abidjan_ Côte d’Ivoire. Recruitment’s notice

The Research and Evidence Advisor will be the senior lead in the generation of strategic research, evidence and learning that will help the country office document and understand the child rights situation, demonstrate the impact of SCI’s work on children’s lives in Côte d’Ivoire. S/he will help strengthen the country office research capability and support their ability to advance analytical work on quality child rights programming. They will support the Programme Quality Director to create linkages for the use of evidence for Innovative Programming and Policy and Advocacy work.

The post-holder is expected to be a strategic thinker, a doer and an advisor, playing a key role in defining and pursuing the research portfolio for Save the Children in the country. This is a challenging role, requiring an individual who can work with complexity and multiple tasks across the country programme, providing leadership through their expertise, networking and influencing, Etc

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 6 years+ expertise and credibility and influence (externally and internally) through depth and breadth of expertise; the ability to give professional support and direction to others; seek, review and apply best practice from elsewhere.
• Intellect, curiosity, creativity and judgement: original ideas; creative approach; sound judgement, encourage ideas, initiative and innovation in others;
• Personal effectiveness/self-management: time, pressure, flexibility, adaptability, commitment to own development;
• Leadership and vision: clear vision; ability to secure commitment to vision; initiate and manage change; to earn credibility; to inspire colleagues; to accept responsibility; integrity and fairness;
• Considerable proven experience in undertaking and leading the production of policy and research outputs for practical uptake in programmes and/ or policy
• Knowledge and experience of scientific research principles, methods, practices and protocols in research projects and of relevant data analysis software.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience of designing and managing high level research, ideally in at least one of Save the Children’s priority thematic areas
• Extensive experience in analysing the situation of children, preferably using the child rights programming/ principles framework
• Proven track record of policy influencing with partners, government and civil societies/key stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, strategically and analyze complex information and offer creative, practical and effective solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and an ability to produce and disseminate research outputs to variety of audiences using effective approaches
• Strong skills in working in partnership across organisations, including in negotiation and communication, preferably including with donor organisations
• Willing and able to travel frequently to support field teams
• High level of fluency in English and French, both verbal and written, required.
• Commitment to Save the Children International values

Contract length: 1-year renewable (subject to performance and funding)

Organization

We employ around 25,000 people worldwide and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises or those in need of better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest level, to realize children’s rights and to make their voices heard

We are working on three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children have a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We understand that great people make a great organization and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, as well as a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity and integrity are highly valued

Closing Date: 10/07/2022

How to apply?

Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter in a single document, also mentioning your current salary and your salary expectations for this position. A full version of the job description can be found below

We must ensure the safety of children through our selection processes, which reflect our commitment to child protection and include rigorous background checks

The feminine candidacies are deeply encouraged

Candidates are informed that Save the Children International does not request any payment or fees during the entire recruitment process. Any such request must be immediately reported as contrary to the values ​​and practices of our organization.