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Researcher, Jamaica Faith-Based Organization Assessment

Organization Name: Making Cents International
Location: Jamaica
Apply email: Not Specified
Start Date: 25-December-2021
Closing Date: 21-January-2022

Introduction:

Making Cents International is recruiting researchers for an assessment of Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs) that operate in the youth crime and violence prevention space in Jamaica. The assessment will identify FBOs and opportunities to build their capacity through desk review research and field work, as is possible given COVID-19 local health and safety protocols. The assessment will culminate with a written report that will include recommendations for future programming for FBOs working with at-risk youth at the secondary and tertiary levels.

The team will consist of a Team Lead and one to two Researchers with support from Making Cents International staff and their implementing partners, as needed.

Researcher Role:

The Researcher will support desk review research, field work planning and execution, and report writing, and will participate in meetings and presentations with USAID as needed. The Researcher will help identify appropriate contacts for field work and will travel as is necessary and possible.

The Researcher will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Review and/or identify relevant background materials prior to the commencement of the assessment, including any background materials that may be provided by USAID/Jamaica.
• Assist in desk review research and writing.
• Identify key informant interviewees and/or focus group discussion participants.
• Support logistical planning for field work.
• Contribute to the development of a field work plan and schedule.
• Support presentations and/or meetings with USAID/Jamaica, as needed.
• Participate in all team meetings.
• Contribute written input for the final report which includes the key findings, recommendations, and overall conclusions.
• Assist in the review, revision, and finalization of the final report based on feedback received from USAID in accordance with established deadlines.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Has a Bachelor’s degree and at least five (5) years' relevant experience, or a Master's degree and at three (3) years' relevant experience, or a Doctorate/Ph.D.
• Possesses familiarity with the NGO sector in Jamaica, especially with FBOs supporting at-risk youth.
• Is based in Jamaica.

Proposed Level of Effort:

Maximum Level of Effort (LOE) will be 30 days, and the Researcher must work exclusively on the assessment during the field work phase. The Researcher will identify appropriate individuals and organizations for the team to meet with and interview during the field work phase of the assessment. Remaining LOE will be spent on writing select sections of the final report and reviewing the report.

Work Schedule:

The assessment is scheduled for December 2021 to February 2022; however, the exact dates are to be determined. If COVID-19 restrictions and safety protocols limit travel and in-person meetings, some or all of the assessment may be conducted virtually.

Making Cents International is a results-driven small business founded on the principles of social entrepreneurship. Since our founding in 1999, we have been fostering human potential and promoting economic opportunities for disadvantaged populations around the world. We have implemented more than 130 projects in over 60 countries to date and are a trusted partner to public- and private-sector clients who benefit from our expertise and broad industry exposure.

Making Cents International is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

Apply at: https://makingcentsintl.applytojob.com/apply/Grqp7a8ifk/Researcher-Jamaica-FaithBased-Organization-Assessment