Vacancy for Sr. Research Officer

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Senior Research Officer Population Services International

Location: CONNECT Core Office, Bangalore

Reports to: Director-Knowledge Management

Works with: CONNECT Core Office staff and field managers; and CONNECT sub

partners

Context

Population Services International (PSI) is a non-profit, Indian Society which

began operations in 1988. It is affiliated with PSI in Washington, DC which has

similar connection to organizations in 60 different countries. PSI is dedicated

to the improvement of public health through promotion of products, services and

information which empowers people to protect them from preventable diseases.

PSI currently operates in 10 states with a full-time and contract staff of 1700

persons.

Since October 2006, PSI is implementing a program entitled Connect to build

value added models of public-private partnerships to mitigate HIV/AIDS and TB in

India. The Connect team led by Population Services International (PSI) includes

the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), Y. R.

Gaitonde Center for AIDS Research and Education (YRGCARE) and the Karnataka

Health Promotion Trust (KHPT). The International Labour Organization is a

technical support partner on this project. The project is primarily focused on

the high prevalence states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and selected

vulnerable port towns (Mumbai, Vashi, Chennai and Tuticorin) in two other USG

priority states, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.

Successful implementation of the project requires engagement with industry and

corporate sector to encourage uptake of good workplace policies and practices in

support of HIV/AIDS and TB prevention, care and support. A hallmark of the

program will be the contribution of additional resources by commercial firms,

either in cash or in-kind, for support of community-level responses targeting

those most at-risk and vulnerable populations

Position Overview

An experienced researcher is needed immediately to manage an annual monitoring

and evaluation plan for the entire project in line with internal programmatic

requirements and external donor reporting needs. This position is a unique

opportunity for an applied researcher rather than an academician. We place a

premium on the immediate applicability of information to project

decision-making.

Therefore, the other key purpose of this position is to simplify, document and

present research findings in such a way that program mangers & other stake

holders can understand and take evidence based decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage an annual monitoring and evaluation plan in line with internal

programmatic requirements and external donor reporting needs.

2. Design, implement, analyze and report KABP (Knowledge, attitude, behavior

and practice) study among the formal & informal workers from work place

interventions

3. Document surveys for establishing baseline, also measure change over time and

understand the triggers & barriers of safe behaviors among most at risk

workforce

4. Monitor the program management information system (MIS)

5. Pre-test the communication materials to aid in the design and development of

communication initiatives.

6. Assist program managers through analysis and review of secondary data on

relevant research outputs in NACO, NSSO, ILO, Census, and CMIE; and from

national & international partner organizations.

7. Document best practices, successes & challenges in different CONNECT

demonstration and learning models and lessons learned.

Qualifications - Masters in Social Science or Public Health/Demography

or MBA

At least two-three years of experience in handling Quantitative and Qualitative

research studies

Well versed in statistical analysis software such as SPSS and/or STATA

Experience in HIV/AIDS program management preferred

Prior experience in donor reporting preferred.

Written and spoken fluency in Kannada is must.

Essential Values, Behaviors and Skills - Commitment to improving the

health and welfare of the poor;

Ability to contribute in a collegial, team environment;

Ability to lead research studies, either in-house or with external assistance

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to make

effective public presentations;

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to conceptualize, analyze, and

document results in publications

TO APPLY:

Following documents are required:

Letter of application describing your interest in the position and why you feel

you are suitable for the position

Full name, address, and all contact information (phone, email)

Curriculum vitae detailing your educational qualifications and research/job

experience (bio-data/resume)

One writing sample of a research paper/ reports/ case study etc you have

written

Apply with required documents and full contact details to

Pinki Maji

Population Services International

Email: pinki@...