We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Junior Researcher/Program Associate. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive political economy analysis of foreign labor migration from the Madhesh province of Nepal under supervision of team leader and Researcher.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting literature reviews and desk research on the political, economic, and social factors influencing labor migration from Madhesh.
• Collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to assess migration patterns, remittance flows, and socio-economic impacts.
• Collaborating with local stakeholders, researchers, and policymakers to gather insights and perspectives on labor migration dynamics.
• Contributing to the development of policy briefs, reports, and advocacy materials based on research findings.
• Supporting programmatic activities related to migration governance, labor rights, and social inclusion in collaboration with team members.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Bachelor's(With 3 years of experience) or Master's degree in Economics, Political Science, International Development, or a related field.
• Strong research skills, including experience in qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
• Basic knowledge of political economy frameworks and methodologies.
• Familiarity with issues related to labor migration, migration governance, and development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Nepali is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in English and Nepali languages. Knowledge of other regional languages spoken in Madhesh province is an asset.

Duration: Initially 3 months of probation period and likely to be extended based on scope of the project and available funding.