Job Summary The Research Associate-II is responsible for providing technical support for Ipas Bangladesh’s research, monitoring and evaluation efforts. Coordinates and administers research study related activities. Assists in study planning, and ensures that pre-established work scope, study protocol, and regulatory requirements are followed. Recruits and coordinates research subjects, as appropriate. Oversees and coordinates the provision of administrative and staff services; develops and maintains recordkeeping systems and procedures. Research Associate-II ( 01 Position based in Dhaka) Key Responsibilities A. Technical Assistance Provide technical support during implementation of Research activities, including data collection, data management and documentation, and results reporting. Assist in study design, ethical approval, implementation, data analysis, reporting, and administrative support for operations/intervention research to test program models B. Research Implementation Support Ensure quality control and consistency with Ipas global standards for RM&E Contribute to document preparation for donors and other stakeholders, including data and narrative inputs. Train staff in RM&E data collection and processing C. Coordination Activities Maintain regular and ongoing communication with technical and program unit staff in Ipas headquarters office and partner NGOs. Actively monitors the progress of research activities, including supervision of field teams and coordination with partners. D. Reporting and Documentation Develops and maintains records of research activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators, administrators, funding agencies, and/or regulatory bodies. Organize technical advisory group meetings and workshop for dissemination of RM&E findings, both internally and externally, report preparation Carry out other duties as requested. Qualifications and Experience Masters in statistics/ applied statistics/ public health or in related field. 5+ years of experience conducting research and evaluation in sexual reproductive health and gender equity programs. Strong management skills, including experience in research administration, supervision of field staff, coordination of field work, and communication among global and national staff and partners. Strong quantitative research experience including demonstrated ability in the data collection, management, analysis and presentation of both quantitative and qualitative data. Strong data analysis skill in statistical computer packages (Stata, SPSS) including cohort data is desired. Experience in developing and designing research protocols, tools and questionnaires. Demonstrated ability in word processing, spreadsheet (Excel), database development using app (Commcare, ODK collect), PowerPoint presentation and qualitative packages (Dedoose, NVivo). Strong written and spoken communications skills in English and Bangla. Ability to frequently travel to study sites for supervision, monitoring, follow up/survey. Ability to work as an effective team player. Strong interpersonal skills Employment Status Full time for one year with scope of renewal upon satisfactorey performance and availability of funding. Salary & Benefit Ipas Bangladesh will offer an annual salary of BDT 1,030,560.00 and other benefits as per organizational policies. Benefit includes: Provident Fund Festival Bonus Gratuity Health Insurance Coverage, including spouse. Life Insurance Professional development opportunities Ipas is strongly committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, and inequity. We recruit, employ, train, promote, and compensate our personnel without regard to race, age, sex, religion, national origin, color, creed, ancestry, citizenship, caste, ethnicity, regional identity, tribal identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic protected by law or outlined by Ipas policy. Ipas acknowledges that these personal characteristics may differ in different contexts. Ipas works globally to improve access to safe abortion and contraception so that every woman and girl can determine her own future. Across Africa, Asia and Latin America, we work with partners to make safe abortion and contraception widely available, to connect women with vital information so they can access safe services, and to advocate for safe, legal abortion. We believe in a world where every woman and girl has the right and ability to determine her own sexuality and reproductive health.

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