Associate Researcher: Intersectional Development

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

The Associate Researcher will be responsible for:

- Conducting quantitative and qualitative research on the implications of national and international policies on economic and social inclusion in emerging market and developing economies;
- Mapping key stakeholders for the purposes of public engagement, including academics, policy-makers, activists, trade unions and/or workers’ organisations and representatives of the business community
- Supporting outreach and communications, including collating and promoting research outputs and engagements; writing blog pieces, summary reports and policy briefs for a wider audience; and contributing to various multimedia content;
- Organizing on-line and in-person events, including learning circles, policy dialogues and international workshops;
- Collaborating on collective publications, with researchers from the programme.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- A Master’s degree in economics, sociology, development studies or a related field;
- At least 2 years demonstrable experience in supporting research in an academic context;
- Expertise in gender analysis, social policy and labour studies, with an intersectional lens;
- Strong research skills, familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods, expertise in econometrics and a proficiency in STATA, or any other statistical software, are a plus;
- Experience in project management, organizing of events and dissemination of research to a broader audience;
- A high level of motivation and the ability to work in a diverse environment with limited supervision.

This is an entry-level academic position with an attractive remuneration package and conditions of service. This is a fixed term 12-month grant-funded post, with the possibility of extension.

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