Research and Data Officer - Natural Resource Governance Institute

The NRGI is looking for a suitably qualified professional for the position of Africa Research and Data Officer (Anglophone).

The Research and Data Officer will be responsible for a portfolio of work that include the forthcoming update of the Resource Governance Index (RGI) in Ghana, Uganda, Kenya and Nigeria; Open Government Partnership (OGP) and gender and extractives. The role will focus on the coordination, primary data collection, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of interim assessments of African countries for the production of the 2021 RGI; and analysis of reference to gender in natural resource policy in countries under the portfolio.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Africa Co-Director (Anglophone)

Position directly supervises: NONE

Indirect Reporting: Director of Research and Data

Job Requirements:

Functional competencies:

• Demonstrates a very good understanding of research and data management, and a commitment to build on existing skills
• Initiative-taker.
• Highly effective at multi-tasking.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines remains calm and in control even under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Interacts effectively with country staff, managers and directors and consultants. Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

Skills and Experience

• Good analytical and writing skills.
• Good IT skills, including databases and office software packages.
• Excellent oral and written communications and editing skills.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in relevant field preferred (political science, law, economics, finance/accounting, or international affairs).

Experience:

Three years relevant experience in resource governance and development in Africa, with preference for the basic understanding of the construction of governance Indices.

Working Environment:

• Standard office work environment
• Alignment with NRGI Culture and Mission:
• All staff uphold the following organisation-wide culture and values:
• Commitment to furthering NRGI's mission and core values of integrity, intellectual rigor, respect for evidence, innovation, strategic selectivity and independence.
• Demonstrated ability to be a professional, productive member of a diverse community of people at work, working toward shared goals, with mutual respect and accountability in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal qualities of capacity for learning, reflection arid self-criticism, humility and sense of humor

NRGI's Values

Integrity: Maintaining our independence and credibility. Mindful of context, adapting to changing realities and seizing new opportunities.

Collaboration: Partnering internally and externally to affect change. Capitalizing on NRCII's comparative advantage. Valuing teamwork, diversity and inclusion. Working with and across different stakeholders. Commitment to building the field and inspiring others to act.

Passion: Commitment to social justice. Dedication, creativity and resiliency in the face of obstacles.

Rigor: Technical competence, intellectual leadership and commitment to quality. Generating and leveraging the evidence base. Interrogating our work. Innovation and initiative to push the boundaries of our field.