MENA Research Officer

Organization

iMMAP is an international nongovernmental organisation that provides information management services to humanitarian and development organizations. Through information management, we help our partners target assistance to the world’s most vulnerable populations. Our core philosophy is that better data leads to better decisions and that better decisions lead to better outcomes. iMMAP’s critical support to information value chains helps to solve operational and strategic challenges of our partners in both emergency and development contexts by enabling evidence-based decision-making for better outcomes.

Scope of Work

The MENA Research Officer will work with the iMMAP research and analysis team to provide in-depth quantitative and qualitative analytical support to MENA focused projects. Roles may include, but are not limited to, conducting Arabic and English language desk research, analysis of local stakeholders and governance structures, and conducting follow-up research with field staff. Particular areas of focus will include contextual developments in Syria, Iraq, and surrounding regions. The MENA Research Officer will report to the relevant Component and Project Leads.

This position is contingent on award of funding.

Description of Duties

The MENA Research Officer will primarily be involved in conducting research, analysis, and report writing based upon the team’s MENA research needs. The MENA Research Officer will contribute to research design and representation of the iMMAP R&A team in various fora. MENA Research Officer roles include:

• Provide high quality research to the iMMAP Research and Analysis team enabling evidence-based representation from the field and ensure documentation is supported;
• Utilize both open source research and field research resources to look into cross-sectoral issues in the region as needed;
• Contribute to research design, methodological development and strategic planning for iMMAP’s Research and Analysis Unit;
• Utilize the R&A units resources and networks to maintain an informed understanding of political, economic, and social developments in areas relevant to the Unit’s activities for inclusion in analysis and timely alerting of appropriate actors;
• Contribute to production of regular written reports and dashboards;
• Coordinate closely with iMMAP technical specialists in support of data collection, visualization, imagery and GIS;
• Contribute to Requests for Information from partners , as needed; and,
• Additional tasks as needed, contributing to iMMAP global projects.

Requirements

• Degrees in international relations, international law, political science or related field.
• Proven experience in reporting on conflict and analysis in the MENA region.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the political, cultural, and humanitarian context of the region.
• Experience with contextual and predictive analysis based on quantitative and qualitative findings.
• Ability to operate in cross-cultural environment and work independently.
• Understanding of and/or proficiency in data collection platforms, GIS software, and data visualization platforms an asset. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite required.
• Fluency in English speaking and writing required. Proficiency in spoken and written Arabic highly desired.

Guiding Principles

Personnel is expected to conduct itself in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and iMMAP’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all Countries.

iMMAP has zero-tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, child abuse and exploitation. Any violations of these principles and policies will be treated as serious misconduct.

iMMAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background.