Research and Evaluation Specialist/Project Manager

Exciting and dedicated team searching for strong research and evaluation specialist and Project manager to assist the Aguirre Division of JBS International in supporting USAID education activities.  The successful incumbent will be a mid to senior-level researcher with extensive experience in the field of international education.  S/he will carry out research, conduct evaluations, and develop proposals to support the activities of the U.S. Agency for International Development.  Past direct country experience in at least several countries of the Asia and Middle East regions is a must.  Primary duties will include managing a task order for USAID and conducting quantitative and qualitative data analysis and report writing. Additional tasks may include evaluation design; managing other task orders; conducting evaluations; and developing task order proposals in collaboration with other team members. As a task order manager, the incumbent will also supervise junior staff and recruit and manage consultants.  Other tasks will be assigned as new projects arise. 

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Language: Fluency in English 

Education: Master of Arts degree and 10 years’ relevant work experience OR PhD/EdD required (anthropology, sociology, economics, education, international relations or related field), with at least six years of relevant work experience. 

Experience: At least six years’ experience working in education or evaluation research or related, relevant fields is required.  At least four years’ experience working in or focusing on the Middle East and Asia with at least two years’ field work experience.

Software Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) required.  Familiarity with quantitative (SPSS, SAS or other) statistical software, and/or qualitative (MaxQDA2, , or other) a plus. 

License/Credential: N/A

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Language: Fluency in Arabic or an Asian language

Experience:   Knowledge of USAID strongly preferred.

For more details about this position, please see our careers section at  - Research Associate II- GEM- AME

To apply, send COVER LETTER with resume to  if you meet the minimum requirements.

 EOE, M/F/D/V

This position is subject to availability of funds and to any and all restrictions contained in the contract or contracts that provide funding for this position.