Skills & Competencies required
Position Overview:
The Research and Documentation Officer will play a pivotal role in supporting the Centre’s mission to create innovative, grower-centric eco-value mechanisms. This role involves conducting in-depth research, managing data, and creating well-structured documentation that informs policy recommendations, program development, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a passion for sustainability, and a commitment to empowering growers through actionable insights. The candidate should have working knowledge on Carbon Markets and Payment for Ecosystem Services. Knowledge in agriculture and/or forestry will be a plus.Skills:
Strong understanding of environmental sustainability, carbon markets, payment for ecosystem services are desirable.
Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, data analysis, and reporting tools.
Excellent research and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
Strong writing and editing abilities to produce high-quality, impactful documentation.
Proficiency in using MS Office, data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, or R), and digital collaboration platforms.
Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and accessible formats.
Self-motivated, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks within deadlines.
Job Profile
Research and Analysis:
Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on centre’s carbon projects, carbon market trends, climate financing and policy frameworks.
Collect and analyse data from primary and secondary sources to support project initiatives.
Develop insights and recommendations to enhance the Centre’s programs and advocacy efforts.
Documentation and Reporting:
Prepare research reports, policy briefs, case studies, and project documentation that are clear, concise, and impactful.
Maintain accurate records of research findings and ensure data is well-organized for easy retrieval.
Draft content for internal and external communications, including annual reports and knowledge-sharing materials.
Knowledge Management:
Create and maintain a repository of resources, tools, and publications relevant to the Centre’s focus areas.
Synthesize complex information into accessible formats for different audiences, including growers, policymakers, and researchers.
Stakeholder Engagement Support:
Assist in preparing presentations, proposals, and information materials for stakeholder meetings and workshops.
Collaborate with the communications team to ensure research outputs are disseminated effectively.
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):
Support M&E activities by gathering data, tracking progress, and preparing evaluation reports for ongoing projects.
Document lessons learned and best practices to inform future initiatives.
Event and Workshop Support:
Assist in organizing research-related events, including workshops, conferences, and training sessions.
Document proceedings and generate post-event reports and publications.