Gender Researcher and Data Analyst À“ SADC Region

Gender Links, a dynamic Southern African NGO headquartered in Johannesburg that promotes gender justice and equality seeks to fill the post of Researcher and Data Analyst.

Key responsibilities:

• Data collection, management, cleaning.
• Qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
• Administration, monitoring and evaluation.
• Production of high quality knowledge and IEC materials.
• Writing of high quality research, presentable reports which include graphic representation of data.
• Work with country specific researchers in data collection and analysis.
• Presentation of research findings.
• Partner relationship management.
• Dissemination of research findings and advocacy.

Qualifications, experience and skills:

• Masters degree in Social Science, Gender and Development or other relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in a research environment, experience working with both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
• Ability to extract data from global databases and reports.
• Clear understanding of gender dimensions in the SADC region and global context.
• Understanding of the gender equality agenda and the post 2015 regional, continental and global processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SPSS and STATA.
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Knowledge of the SADC region will be an advantage.
• A valid drivers’ licence.

General conditions:

The post is for an initial one year based in Johannesburg. GL will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience. Background information can be found on www.genderlinks.org.za or phoning Human Resources Manager on 27 (01) 622-2877. Please submit a CV, references and relevant sample of written work based on analysis of data to: hr@genderlinks.org.za by Friday 19 December 2014.

Late applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. GL reserves the right to not appoint anyone if a suitable candidate is not found.