The Organization You Want to Work For
Development Gateway (DG) is an international nonprofit organization that creates innovative information management and data visualization technology, implements data-focused programs, and conducts research and evaluation to further sustainable development. We are a creative and dynamic group of people based around the globe. We value hard work, innovative thinking, a commitment to teamwork, and a good sense of humor.
This consultancy will be working within a three-year DG program funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Tobacco Control Data Initiative (TCDI), which will be implemented in up to eight African countries. The purpose of the program is to understand the respective countries’ tobacco data needs, identify existing data and research, confirm gaps in available tobacco data and research, collect new data to fill those gaps, and develop an online resource to enable policy makers to use essential data to inform policy. The first TCDI country portal can be viewed at southafrica.tobaccocontroldata.org.
The Elevator Pitch
The Research Analyst will assist the data team in locating, assessing, and verifying information, research, and data analysis related to tobacco control in Ethiopia. This will require someone with excellent research skills who has the capacity to make value judgements about the source and validity of data. A background in tobacco control research is advantageous, but not required.
The Work You Get To Do
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Additional Role Details
This consultancy is entirely remote and a stable internet connection is required. Your work schedule is flexible, although we request that your work hours overlap at the very least with 8 AM - 12 PM Washington, DC (USA) time for remote meetings.
This role is equivalent to approximately 50% part-time consulting position for an initial 12-month period, starting November 2021. The terms may be extended, depending on achievements during the first year. It does not include benefits, but offers competitive pay. The projected pay range is between $25-$30/hour USD, commensurate with experience and location
Your Education and Experience