The Lebanese Center for Policy Studies is hiring a Political Science Researcher.
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As a leading research institution in Lebanon, LCPS is committed to producing high-quality research and analysis on a wide range of topics around governance, economic growth, sustainable development, and social policies. LCPS is a nonprofit, nongovernmental, and nonpartisan organization.
The research areas for this position will focus on public policy, public administration, and the legislative process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting public policy research
- Conduct desk reviews
- Support the implementation of data collection activities, such as:
- Designing surveys, focus group discussion guides, and interview guides.
- Coordinating and supervising fieldwork.
- Consulting with experts, government officials, civic and political organizations, and research and media institutions.
- Data analysis
- Co-author policy-oriented publications such as: research papers, policy reports, briefs and articles, infographics, and animated advocacy or tutorial videos
- Develop and deliver oral and visual presentations and participate in public debates on relevant topics
- Identify issues for research and analysis
- Contribute to writing research proposals
Education and experience
- Master’s degree in a relevant field of social sciences (political science, economics, public policy, public administration, international relations)
- At least two years of relevant work experience and a demonstrated experience with conducting academic/policy research
Qualifications
- Strong analytical thinking and excellent writing skills.
- Demonstrated affinity with the mission and objectives of the Lebanese Center for Policy Studies.
- Strong knowledge of legislative affairs.
- Experience in quantitative and qualitative data management and analysis.
- Proficiency in oral and written English is required; fluency in Arabic is highly desirable.
- Experience with Stata and/or SPSS statistical software is highly desirable.
- Proficiency with Microsoft office software such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Interpersonal skills: Demonstrate an ability to work well with colleagues, partner organizations, and external institutions.
- Commitment to uphold LCPS’s values of respect, inclusiveness and nondiscrimination.
- Must be a resident of Lebanon.
Deadline for Application:
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Unfortunately, due to the high number of applicants, we are only able to contact candidates whose applications are shortlisted.
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