Socioeconomic Research Officer (Local)

We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic person to join our company for the following post. Socioeconomic Research Officer (Local)
No. of vacancies: 2

Minimum Education Qualification:
• Bachelor’s Degree in social research, social science, development studies, economics or related field

Key Responsibilities:
• Explore business opportunities in socioeconomic research
• Assist in preparing proposals for research projects. This will include:
o Providing methodologies, workplans, and other technical input required for tender preparation
o Receiving instructions, project briefs and clarifications from clients
• Direct and undertake pilot studies and field work
• Design survey tools and samples
• Collect, analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative data
• Prepare reports based on collected data and information
• Translate questionnaires and reports from Dhivehi to English and Vice Versa
• Project Management for research projects including controlling budget, managing staff etc.

Skills and Experience Requirement:
• 2+ years’ experience in conducting research and assessment in the Maldives using both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods
• Experience in data analysis and report writing
• Experience in using different research tools and software
• Proficient in data analysis software such as SPSS or any other similar program
• Experience and translating documents in Dhivehi and English will be an added advantage
• Experience in delivering presentations on research findings will be an added advantage
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Dhivehi
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications

Salary and Benefits:
• Negotiable based on qualifications and experience
• Variable allowance based on level of effort
• Benefits and Entitlements standard as per Employment Law

Interested Candidates, please send in your CV, Educational Certificates and Experience Letters before 28th May 2022
Head, Human Resources,
Riyan Private Limited,
H. Azum, 3rd Floor,
Ameenee Magu,
Male’, Maldives
Email: hr@riyan.com.mv
T: +9603315049