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Background:
SERA BORA, meaning Better Policies in Swahili is a 5-year (Jan 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2024) USAID-Tanzania funded project awarded to Michigan State University (MSU) and implemented under the auspices of the Agricultural Sector Policy and Institutional Reform Strengthening (ASPIRES) NGO in Tanzania. The goal of the project is to accelerate adoption of effective policies and programs that would promote broad-based economic growth, improve food security and nutrition, and contribute to poverty reduction.
Job Summary:
ASPIRES seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Senior Research Fellow, and the head of the Policy Research Team in implementation of the SERA BORA project. The candidate will lead various research activities, publish research reports and journal papers, participate in various conferences and policy dialogues and advisory meetings. This position will directly report to SERA BORA’S Policy Advisor and Chief of Party (CoP). Remunerations will be determined by demonstrated research experience, track record of publications and salary history of the candidate. ASPIRES encourages academic staff in Tanzanian Universities wishing to take research sabbatical leave to apply for the position.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct innovative research on agriculture policy, food security and nutrition, and food systems transformation using econometric modelling techniques
Lead the production of high-quality research reports and/or publications in top, peer-reviewed journals and ASPIRES/MSU platforms (policy briefs etc.)
Lead ASPIRES policy research team, and coordinate related research, capacity building, and communication activities
Contribute to agricultural policy and impact evaluations
Represent ASPIRES on various occasions, including at conferences and meetings
Contribute to the the broader ASPIRES/SERA BORA project research agenda, write reports on program/project activities
Develop new fundable research projects
Education and Experience
PhD in Economics, Agricultural Economics or closely related fields
Excellent econometric/statistical skills and excellent knowledge of STATA, SPSS and other statistical softwares
Demonstrated knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques used in microeconomic analysis and panel data analysis
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working with large datasets like household surveys, agricultural surveys, and other socioeconomic datasets for innovative statistical and econometric analysis
Demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality research for publication in top, peer-reviewed journals
Strong team player, self-motivated and ability to work with people from different social and cultural backgrounds
Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
Experience with donor-funded projects is desirable
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent publication track record in peer-reviewed journals
8+ years of post-PhD experience relevant to the job and demonstrated fundraising experience
Major external recognition within peer professional networks due to publications and other leaderships activities
Demonstrated leadership skills and strong experience in building and managing teams
Familiarity with the literature and demonstrated knowledge of research in one or more of the following areas: agricultural development and policy, food security, nutrition, and food systems transformation
Field experience in conducting large agricultural and market surveys, analysis of national surveys and census data
and household data in developing countries
Good interpersonal skills and ability to lead research teams
Strong results orientation, demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects with a high level of accuracy and the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
Excellent working knowledge of word processing, database, statistics software, and spreadsheet software
How to apply:
Interested candidates who meet the mentioned qualifications and experience should send an application letter, and CV with not less than 3 referees to aspirestanzania@gmail.com by July 30, 2021. Screening of applications will be ongoing as received until the position is filled.
SERA BORA, meaning Better Policies in Swahili is a 5-year (Jan 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2024) USAID-Tanzania funded project awarded to Michigan State University (MSU) and implemented under the auspices of the Agricultural Sector Policy and Institutional Reform Strengthening (ASPIRES) NGO in Tanzania. The goal of the project is to accelerate adoption of effective policies and programs that would promote broad-based economic growth, improve food security and nutrition, and contribute to poverty reduction.
Job Summary:
ASPIRES seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Senior Research Fellow, and the head of the Policy Research Team in implementation of the SERA BORA project. The candidate will lead various research activities, publish research reports and journal papers, participate in various conferences and policy dialogues and advisory meetings. This position will directly report to SERA BORA’S Policy Advisor and Chief of Party (CoP). Remunerations will be determined by demonstrated research experience, track record of publications and salary history of the candidate. ASPIRES encourages academic staff in Tanzanian Universities wishing to take research sabbatical leave to apply for the position.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct innovative research on agriculture policy, food security and nutrition, and food systems transformation using econometric modelling techniques
Lead the production of high-quality research reports and/or publications in top, peer-reviewed journals and ASPIRES/MSU platforms (policy briefs etc.)
Lead ASPIRES policy research team, and coordinate related research, capacity building, and communication activities
Contribute to agricultural policy and impact evaluations
Represent ASPIRES on various occasions, including at conferences and meetings
Contribute to the the broader ASPIRES/SERA BORA project research agenda, write reports on program/project activities
Develop new fundable research projects
Education and Experience
PhD in Economics, Agricultural Economics or closely related fields
Excellent econometric/statistical skills and excellent knowledge of STATA, SPSS and other statistical softwares
Demonstrated knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques used in microeconomic analysis and panel data analysis
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working with large datasets like household surveys, agricultural surveys, and other socioeconomic datasets for innovative statistical and econometric analysis
Demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality research for publication in top, peer-reviewed journals
Strong team player, self-motivated and ability to work with people from different social and cultural backgrounds
Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
Experience with donor-funded projects is desirable
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent publication track record in peer-reviewed journals
8+ years of post-PhD experience relevant to the job and demonstrated fundraising experience
Major external recognition within peer professional networks due to publications and other leaderships activities
Demonstrated leadership skills and strong experience in building and managing teams
Familiarity with the literature and demonstrated knowledge of research in one or more of the following areas: agricultural development and policy, food security, nutrition, and food systems transformation
Field experience in conducting large agricultural and market surveys, analysis of national surveys and census data
and household data in developing countries
Good interpersonal skills and ability to lead research teams
Strong results orientation, demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects with a high level of accuracy and the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
Excellent working knowledge of word processing, database, statistics software, and spreadsheet software
How to apply:
Interested candidates who meet the mentioned qualifications and experience should send an application letter, and CV with not less than 3 referees to aspirestanzania@gmail.com by July 30, 2021. Screening of applications will be ongoing as received until the position is filled.