Chemonics International

Chemonics International, a global international development consulting firm (www.chemonics.com) seeks qualified Indonesian specialists for the USAID Higher Education Leadership and Management (HELM) project in Indonesia. HELM aims to improve the academic performance of Indonesia’s higher education sector through analytical support for strategic planning, policy analysis, and capacity development approaches for effective implementation of key reforms throughout Indonesia’s higher education sector. We are looking for an individual who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

EDUCATION RESEARCHER

Under the guidance of the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), the Education researcher will manage the overall data and research needs of the HELM program including identifying sources, providing needed data and supporting analysis of gathered data to improve HELM program activities and impacts as well as reporting. The Education Researcher will take overall responsibility for the management and overall coordination of the Action Research Program (ARP) activities. This is not a supervisory position, but requires extensive coordination with the technical team members as well as coordination and communication between central and sub-offices staff.

As teamwork is crucial to the success of the project, the Education Researcher will coordinate with other technical, cross-cutting, managerial and administrative HELM staff, and may be asked to complete other project related tasks per direction from the DCOP and the Chief of Party (COP).

The Education Researcher will be supervised directly by the DCOP and will work closely with the technical specialists. S/he will prepare regular progress reports that demonstrate the status of project research and activities, with a particular focus on management and coordination of the ARP, as well as other research reports as requested by the DCOP or the COP.

Eligibility Requirements for this Position

1.                  Master degree in education, evaluation, or relevant field is required, doctoral degree is preferred.

2.                  Minimum 5 years of working experience in education research or related field is required. USAID or other international donor experience preferred.

3.                  Excellent computer skills required. Strong English preferred.

4.                  Demonstrated research skills and rich research experience is required. Research in higher education is preferred.

5.                  Must be organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to work well on teams.

6.                  Must be interested in working with a multi-cultural, international team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Application submission instructions:

Interested applicants for all positions listed below are requested to send a cover letter and resume (English) to indonesiahelm@gmail.com by September 16, 2013. Please list the position title in the subject line of the email. This position is subject to USAID approval and salary scales.

Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, and genetic information.

No telephone inquiries, please. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.