Peace Training and Research Organization – (PTRO), Multi Location
Project title: New Afghan Men: Marriage, Masculinities and Sexual Politics in Afghanistan (AFMEN)
We seek a senior researcher to be part of an international team conducting long term ethnographic research in Kabul and Herat. The following will be some of the key responsibilities of senior researcher in the project:
Review/write up summary of relevant literature;
Prepare/revise research work plan;
Negotiate access to different categories of informants and conduct interviews/ethnographic research;
Write up interview/field notes;
Write up draft research papers;
Present draft reports/papers to both academic and policy audiences;
Travel to designated project sites (Herat).
The desired candidate will have the following skills and experience:
Advanced university degree in social sciences, preferably MA in anthropology, sociology, development studies or gender studies. PhD holders in social sciences will be given preference;
At least 3-5 years relevant academic or applied research experience including familiarity with the ethnographic method;
Proven quantitative and qualitative research and writing skills;
Knowledge of Afghanistan and women’s right and gender politics is highly desirable;
Proven and extensive experience in the development of research methodologies and data gathering instruments;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively;
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
Fluency in English (written and spoken) with excellent writing and communication skills;
Ability to communicate fluently in Dari and /or Pashto.
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Qualified candidates should send CV, application letter and one writing sample to below email address. Male candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary for this position is negotiable, taking into consideration candidate’s level of education and experience.
Post Date
Jun 10, 2017
Closing Date
Jun 29, 2017
Reference
004
Number of Vacancies
1
Salary Range
Salary is negotiable
Years of Experience
3 years
Probation Period
Not Specified
Contract Type
Long-term
Contract Duration
Not Specified
Contract Extensible
false
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Gender
Any
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