Research Associate

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy; Hasilpur; On-site; PKR 781,000 - 1,228,000; Full time

Job summary

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy in Pakistan is seeking a Research Associate for a one-year contract to conduct field research, surveys, and data analysis on sustainable cotton production. The role involves coordinating with field teams, partners and farmers, and reporting on project indicators.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Agriculture or Social Sciences and at least three years of progressive experience in cotton or agriculture projects, with a strong emphasis on data accuracy

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Agriculture (preferred) or Social Sciences.
• Knowledge of sustainable cotton production.
• Minimum of three years progressive experience as a Research Associate in a cotton project (preferred) or other agriculture projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field research and surveys on cotton production.
• Collect and analyze data, and support studies on sustainable cotton farming.
• Monitor project indicators and prepare research reports.
• Coordinate with field teams, partners and farmers.
• Identify farming challenges and recommend improvements.
• Maintain data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support research tools, training and the dissemination of findings.

Skills

Field research

Data collection

Data analysis

Coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Agriculture or Social Sciences

Job description

A well-reputed non-profit, non-governmental humanitarian organization, registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860 with the Government of Pakistan, having a signed MoU with the Economic Affairs Division (EAD), Islamabad, and required NOCs from the Home Departments, has been working for the integrated development of rural marginalized communities without any discrimination of race, creed, or religion in Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan since 2004.

This position is offered on a one-year contract basis with the possibility of extension.

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Location

Hasilpur

Research Associate

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree in Agriculture (preferred) or Social Sciences, with knowledge of sustainable cotton production. A minimum of three years of progressive experience as a Research Associate in a cotton project (preferred) or other agriculture projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field research and surveys on cotton production.
• Collect and analyze data, and support studies on sustainable cotton farming.
• Monitor project indicators and prepare research reports.
• Coordinate with field teams, partners and farmers.
• Identify farming challenges and recommend improvements.
• Maintain data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support research tools, training and the dissemination of findings.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

Proven experience in field research and surveys, including data collection, analysis and research reporting on cotton production or sustainable farming. Experience in working with field teams, partners and farmers, and in supporting research tools, training and the dissemination of findings

REEDS internal staff, Females’ and minority candidates are encouraged to apply for this post, while local staff will be given preference.

Human Resource Department

Canal Park, St. House No.1, No.1, Near Government Girls College, Rahim Yar Khan