METSS Research Associate Job Vacancy In Ghana

Coast, Kansas State University and the US Department of Agriculture (USAID)

• Candidates
  should demonstrate in their application a full understanding of monitoring
  and evaluation practices,
• Be
  able to synthesize qualitative and quantitative information from a variety
  of sources and juggle multiple tasks,
• Analyze
  data and contribute to research papers,
• Have
  a familiarity with a wide variety of agriculture, water and sanitation and
  public health issues, and interact effectively with clients and
  colleagues.

• Performing
  assignments related to various ongoing re search and evaluation tasks
  across a number of USAID-project related initiatives;
• Participating
  in developing and implementing evaluation plans;
• Conducting
  literature reviews, in-depth interviews, focus groups, survey design and
  administration, site visits, data management, data verification and
  analysis, and report writing, to include developing articles

• Master’s
  degree in statistics, agricultural economics or public health.
• At
  least 3 years of relevant work experience in the field of research and/or
  programme evaluation, is required.
• Proficiency
  with analyzing data using computer-based data management tools (STATA,
  SPSS, Epi Info, etc), and use of program survey and evaluation
  methodology.
• Proficiency
  with Microsoft Office software (i.e.,Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and/or
  Access) is essential in this fast-paced client oriented environment.
• Ability
  to demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for
  obtaining solutions is a must.
• Strong
  oral communication skills, and well developed writing skills are required.
• Strong
  organization and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both
  independently and as a team member are a must.

• application
  letter stating how he/she meets the selection criteria;
• attach
  a current Curriculum Vitae;
• a
  5 page writing sample
• three
  professional references including email addresses and/or phone number –
  one of whom should be recent and referees should not be- related to the candidate,
  bur only professional relationship.

• The
  subject line for on-line applications should state the position applying
  for
• No
  phone call please
• Only  
  finalists   will   be   contacted.
• Women  
  and   minorities are encouraged to apply
• The
  closing date for applications is 1st June, 2015.