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    Monitoring and Evaluation Research Analyst - Washington, United States - Delaware Nation Industries

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    Overview:


    The Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs' Research and Evaluation Unit (R/PPR/REU) is needing a Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst (MRPT) to: 1) Design and conduct mixed-method evaluations of Public Diplomacy programs and initiatives; 2) Develop reliable ongoing monitoring systems for Public Diplomacy programs and initiatives; and, 3) Develop and deliver technical and professional support to field practitioners in the area of monitoring and evaluation.


    Responsibilities:


    • Design and conducted mixedmethod program evaluations, including: experimental and quasiexperimental design; prepost testing and differenceindifferences; qualitative research including observations, interviews, focus groups.
    • Design rigorous sampling plans for both quantitative and qualitative data collection.
    • Design survey questionnaires and interview protocols
    • Provide oversight and quality assurance for research field work and data collection.
    • Design and implement program/performance monitoring systems
    • Conduct background research, literature reviews, and desk reviews.
    • Design and conduct onsite and training in performance monitoring, evaluation, and research techniques for personnel.
    • Develop M&E related guidance and support material for field teams.
    • Design, issue, and monitor contracts for international research projects with third party research firms.
    • Work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to integrate research findings into business processes and organizational routines

    Qualifications:

    • A Bachelor's Degree is required; a Master's Degree is preferred. Training should reflect training in qualitative or quantitative research methods.
    • Experience collecting qualitative or quantitative data in foreign countries, including selecting, training or supervising local research teams; overseeing translation of instruments, protocols, and other research materials; and administering instruments in English (or other language, as necessary).
    • Experience with performance monitoring for largescale initiatives or for organizationalwide objectives, including developing performance indicators, establishing data collection business processes, creating data management practices, and creating monitoring reports.
    • Experience with Stata, R, or comparable statistical analysis software.
    • Familiarity with data visualization software such as Tableau or Gephi.
    • Experience with traditional program evaluation methods, including but not limited to: focus group facilitation, content analysis, textual analysis, and network analysis, as well as familiarity with nontraditional techniques such as participatory evaluation, process mapping, and visual data analysis.
    • Experience conducting research on one or more of the following topics: politics, media, strategic communication, democracy, development, security, education, nation branding, trust, public opinion, women's empowerment, or youth.
    • Exceptional communication skills, with fluency in communicating usercentric design processes.
    • Ability to approach problems analytically and holistically, considering the individual problem and the impact on the larger system.
    • Ability to work on complex projects within a multidisciplinary team.
    • Ability to work flexibly and efficiently in a rapidly changing environment, exercising a balance between research rigor and client needs.
    • Demonstrated curiosity in continued learning and growth on the job.
    • Openness to critique (including from other disciplines), curiosity to learn from a spectrum of perspectives, and experience or strong interest in collaborating closely with others.
    • Strong ability to focus on and understand the needs of clients, as well as build and maintain strong working relationships.
    • Experience working with a major development research organization or on programs funded by major international development funders (e.g., USAID, DFID, World Bank) is preferred.

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