Data-Pop Alliance is seeking a motivated and engaged Research Assistant (RA) interested in learning more about data and international development. The RA will support our ongoing research and training activities on data and development, including conducting research and preparing materials for our upcoming training workshops with the World Bank and MIT Media Lab.
1. Background

2. Position
The RA will support our ongoing research and training activities on data and development, including conducting research and preparing materials for our upcoming training workshops with the World Bank and MIT Media Lab. Under the supervision of the Data-Pop Alliance Research Manager, the RA will:- Assist in literature reviews, proofreading, analysis, report preparation
- Prepare final report and presentation materials, including PowerPoint slides, handouts, and other conference presentation materials
- Provide research and administrative support, as necessary, related to the research and training programs
3. Duration of contract
This is a paid, part-time or full-time position. Start date is flexible but the hope is to begin by early April. The initial contract for the position would be for 2-3 months (depending on hourly commitment), with the possibility of extension. We offer flexibility in scheduling hours around class time and exams. Preferred candidates include ambitious undergraduates, recent graduates, or current graduate students.4. Key skills, technical background and experience required
- Strong interest and previous experience in international development and/or our thematic areas. Experience related to statistics, data and development a plus.
- Previous academic and/or work experience conducting qualitative and/or quantitative research
- Outstanding attention to detail and organization
- Familiarity with conducting desk research and navigating academic sources and online databases.
- Excellent writing, facilitation, and organizational skills
- Excellent command of the English language
- Deadline driven with a focus on results
- Advanced MS Office skills, specifically in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Adept at the use of office communication tools