Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab recrute 01 Education And Training Manager | |
Référence | |
Salaire | xxx/ mois |
Localisation | Dakar / Sénégal |
Expiration | 14 Mars 2021 |
Offre visitée | |
Description de l’offre Education And Training Manager Nom de l’entreprise : Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) Lieu de l’entreprise : Dakar, Sénégal Location: Senegal, Nigeria Years of experience: 4+ years Responsibilities: Lead the portfolio of Education & Training activities at J-PAL Africa: • Design or adapt training content in partnership with Research, Education and Training (RET) function at J-PAL Global. • Manage budget and people resources (affiliated researchers, staff, suppliers, external contributors) to implement trainings effectively and efficiently. • Lead the promotion of the MITx MicroMasters course and support the integration and adaptation of existing training materials and J-PAL courses in academic curriculums at African universities. Develop a strategy for Education & Training at J-Pal Africa with guidance from the J-PAL Africa leadership including developing new projects aimed at supporting African researchers and practitioners working on evaluations on the continent: • Develop a strategy for J-PAL Africa education and training activities in line with our other priorities and those of our global Research, Education and Training (RET) team. • Leverage existing initiatives to create more opportunities for African researchers to access J-PAL resources and funding, including engaging with top academics from the J-PAL network who may have control and/or influence over such opportunities. • Gather learnings across projects and act as a knowledge lead for J-PAL Africa’s work on African scholars. Create and maintain a collaborative network of African scholars working on evaluations: • Build relationships with top economics and related departments at Universities across the continent, and other evidence focused organizations. • Identify and connect with talented African researchers working on RCTs and with an interest in conducting experimental research. • Design communication tools (newsletter, webinar and other events) to create a sense of community and leverage prominent figures as “brand ambassadors” for J-PAL on the continent • Manage African scholar programmes embedded in research initiatives including reviewing research applications and setting up structures for support. This position will report to the Associate Director of Policy. Minimum required: • Masters in economics or a related field, with a knowledge base in econometrics / statistics, microeconomics and development economics. • 4 years of relevant professional experience. • Strong foundations in experimental economics and statistics, including advanced knowledge of randomised evaluations and public policy evaluation methodologies. • Appetite for collaborative work, proven experience in facilitating partnerships and developing projects, ideally with researchers and universities. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Excellent organization and proven ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, successfully complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines while performing high quality work. • Ability to work remotely and willingness to travel frequently in Africa. • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and a statistical analysis software like Stata or R. • Fluency in English, French is advantageous To apply, you MUST use the link below to • complete the form • attaching your CV • submit a motivation letter Niveau hiérarchique Confirmé Secteur • Études/recherche Type d’emploi Temps plein Fonctions • Ressources humaines | |
COMMENT POSTULER ? To apply, you MUST use the link below to • complete the form • attaching your CV • submit a motivation letter Apply online to this job : https://www.jotform.com/form/210212287077551 |