OVERVIEW OF IMPACT
Created in 2010, IMPACT Initiatives is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. We aim to support a range of stakeholders in making better, more informed decisions in humanitarian, stabilisation, and development settings. We believe that a key pathway to better planning and decision-making is direct engagement with local communities and their leaders. Through our team of assessment, data, geospatial, and thematic specialists, we promote the design of people-centred research and set standards for collecting and analysing rigorous, high-quality data in complex environments. For more information visit: www.impact-initiatives.org
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are currently looking for a Research Officer – Learning & Development to join IMPACT’s global Research Department in Geneva, Switzerland.
Position: Research Officer – Learning & Development (L&D)
Department: Research
Supervisor: Senior Research Manager – Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)
Duration: Open-ended
Start date: January 2025
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Deadline to apply: 11th December 2024
The overall objective of IMPACT’s global Research Department is to ensure all IMPACT research cycles are meeting/ exceeding internal standards, wider academic research standards and overall research ethics in the research methods, data processing/ analysis, data interpretation/ visualisation and research reporting practices being used. To help achieve this objective, the Research Officer (L&D), under the supervision of the Sr. MEL Manager, will contribute towards the design and implementation of IMPACT’s research-specific capacity building initiatives, including the maintenance and expansion of the internal Research Foundational Learning Programme, and other future research-related capacity building solutions within IMPACT. Additionally, to contribute towards strengthening research and analysis skills within the wider humanitarian sector, he/she will also support with the roll-out of IMPACT’s first massive open online course (MOOC) for external audiences, as well as the design and development of similar initiatives in the future.
REQUIRED
Qualifications & work Experience
- Good academic qualifications, including a Master’s degree or higher in relevant discipline (e.g. Social Science, International Development, Communications, Education, etc.)
- At least 2-3 years of experience with designing and implementing trainings and other learning solutions for adult professional audiences, preferably within the humanitarian or development sector
- Demonstrable experience of using a blended learning approach to maximise learning outcomes for adult learners in professional settings
Technical knowledge & skills
- Good understanding of research methods within the field of social sciences, including pros, cons and applicability of different methods
- Good understanding of the existing best practices, tools and technologies in learning and instructional design for adult learning and education
- Intermediate-advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially PowerPoint and relevant add-ons
Language skills
Other soft skills
- Commitment to acting professionally, while operating with transparency and taking responsibility for actions
- Commitment towards personal and professional growth through learning, creative thinking and openness to feedback
- Ability to manage time effectively and thrive in a fast paced, results-oriented working environment
- Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with others, internally and externally
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering results on time, and to a high standard of quality
DESIRED
Qualifications & work Experience
- At least 2-3 years of experience in a research or analyst role, ideally in humanitarian/ development contexts
- Prior experience in implementing primary research projects in field settings from start to finish (e.g. needs assessments, monitoring and evaluation)
Technical knowledge & skills
- Good working knowledge of and experience with Articulate 360 (or similar e-learning course authoring software)
- Prior experience managing / working with an online learning management platform (e.g. Talent LMS)
- Prior experience with video editing software, including Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe audition
Language skills
- Fluency in French and/ or Spanish
Other soft skills
- Ability to work cooperatively with others from a diversity of backgrounds, engaging effectively internally and externally.
- Ability to work independently, with initiative, while taking a solutions-oriented approach
- Ability to use analytical and critical thinking to form sound judgments and inform evidence-based decisions
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- For this position, gross salary between 5’150 CHF and 5’350 CHF monthly (before income tax). NB – IMPACT salaries are strictly determined by our salary grid depending on the grade of the position and the level of education and experience of staff. A contribution to medical insurance of 520 CHF per month is already included in the salary figure.
- Insurance covering professional and non-professional accidents throughout the period of employment with IMPACT
- Health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance in case of field visits/temporary deployments
- Enrolment in IMPACT Initiatives Research Foundational Learning Programme within the first 3 months from the start of contract.
- Applicants must hold a valid work permit for Switzerland or be EU/EFTA citizens
- Up to 40% of remote work on a weekly basis
