Senior Research Officer (Cash & Markets & livelihoods) (Internal Applicants)

Job Summary

The Senior Research Officer supports the implementation of cash, markets, and livelihoods assessments in the occupied Palestinian territory, managing all stages from preparation to dissemination. The role involves collaboration with partners and requires strong research, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement assessment and analysis activities aligned with project objectives and IMPACT guidelines.
• Manage research design, data collection, and analysis phases of assessment cycles.
• Collaborate with the cash, markets & livelihoods team to ensure coordinated outputs.
• Guide secondary data reviews to enhance understanding of the information landscape and strategic response.
• Develop and conduct market-based assessments including cash feasibility, labour market, and livelihood assessments.
• Conduct semi-structured interviews with key informants to complement quantitative data.
• Support training of trainers and data collection staff using developed materials.
• Coordinate internally with HQ and research teams and externally with partners and humanitarian actors to align research activities.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in humanitarian settings including assessments and research analysis.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, including key informant interviews and quantitative tool design (KoBo).
• Good understanding of the aid system and humanitarian coordination forums.
• Prior experience in cash and market research or related fields.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and emotional intelligence in sensitive situations.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant disciplines such as international studies, development, humanitarian response, data science, or political science.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; familiarity with R, SPSS, STATA or other statistical software is an asset.
• Ability to work in complex and challenging security environments.
• Fluency in English is required.

What the company offers

• Monthly salary between 2,580 CHF and 2,640 CHF before tax plus a 300 USD living allowance.
• Accommodation and food provided in the guesthouse.
• Enrollment in Swiss private pension fund, health insurance, life insurance, and repatriation assistance.
• Flight tickets every 6 months, visa fees covered, and coverage of in-country travel and professional expenses.
• Annual leave of 36 days plus public holidays, family/compassionate leave, and predeparture training including security training.

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