Avis de recrutement : AKADEMIYA2063 recherche un Scientifique–Sénégal.

 

 

 

 

 

Position Summary

AKADEMIYA2063 seeks a Research Scientist I or II for a two-year, renewable appointment in its Capacity & Deployment Department. This position is based in Dakar, Senegal, and interested applicants must already have the appropriate authorization to work in Senegal.

Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

  • Conduct data analysis, statistical analysis, econometric analysis;
  • Develop data documentation manuals or other learning materials, as needed;
  • Help develop & manage technical workshops;
  • Develop research proposals under the guidance of the director;
  • Reply to internal/external data requests;
  • Present and discuss research projects to government officials, non-government organizations, research; agencies and other interested parties;
  • Co-authorship of reports and editing of publications;
  • Interact with collaborator project partners;
  • Interact with funding agencies for possible research projects;
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Selection Criteria

  • Ph.D. or Doctorate degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, or a closely related field;
  • At level I up to 3 years of relevant experience, at level II 5 years of relevant experience;
  • Demonstrated experience in effective interaction and coordination with collaborators and project partners.
  • Excellent econometric skills on cross-section and panel data analysis;
  • Demonstrated ability to perform in-depth statistical analysis and report the results;
  • Excellent drafting skills and analytical mind;
  • Experience in research proposal development and project management;
  • Skilled in programming using software like STATA and/0r GAMS;
  • Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken French & English;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment;
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task as needed, consistently meet deadlines, and manage time well;
  • Ability to work independently, with initiative and minimal supervision.

Submission of Applications

If you are interested in this position, please send your detailed e-mail application, CV, and cover letter, in English, by February 2, 2023.

Additional Considerations

  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered;
  • This Job Description only serves as a guide for the available position. AKADEMIYA2063 reserves the right to change, revise, omit, and add in part / in whole to this document;
  • Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply;
  • AKADEMIYA2063 is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and challenging working environment with opportunities for skill enhancement;
  • By sending an application, candidates give consent for their personal data to be processed solely for applicable recruitment procedures;
  • We thank all applicants for their interest in working for AKADEMIYA2063, due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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