Sr. Research Associate ( 82365636 )

Job Responsibilities : Support the development of a coherent and coordinated research programme related to RF's work which will share best practices and learnings in the development sector. Produce and help coordinate a wide range of high quality written outputs for various audiences including well t argeted and well evidenced research papers, biogs, and other outputs related to RF's work Work closely with the Reliance Foundation leadership, M&E team and communications team to develop and implement initiatives Support thoughtful agenda setting pieces of work, working in collaboration with a range of partners including think tanks and academic researchers, including research and events Work with leading national and global organizations to develop and organize conferences, seminars, and other events and opportunities to drive the conversation in the development sector.Education Requirement : Necessary: Master's degree or PhD in a related discipline (e.g. public policy, research, social sciences, or development) Desired: Development Sector Experience Requirement : Necessary: 10 - 12 years' work experience (Masters students) or 8 years' work experience (PhD students) in relevant fields including first-hand experience with research I writing and/or policy work in the development space Desired: Experience of development and managing the production of research outputs including full research programmes, papers, reports and surveysSkills & Competencies :B. Function-specific Competencies (Technical /Functional)Expected Proficiency Level (1-4) *Hands on data analytics4Entrepreneurial Mindset4Interpersonal Skills4Development sectorial knowledge4