Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree, preferably in social work, sociology or anthropology 
• Five years experience in conducting research, with at least two years experience in the field of child rights and child protection issues (e.g., sexual abuse or violence against children, online risks and gender-based violence)
• Knowledge and experience on the use of qualitative and quantitative data collection tools
• Experience in conducting desktop and field researches in a methodical manner
• Ability to use statistical and data analysis tools (e.g., SPSS and MAXQDA)
• Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style
• Proven track records in writing research reports 
• Knowledge on children and young people's online behaviour and risks, desirable
• Knowledge on child rights, child protection and gender-based violence
• Knowledge on ethical considerations for research with children and young people on sensitive issues
• Knowledge of digital technology and use of computer applications

Personal Attributes

• A strong commitment to the protection of children and young people online
• Willingness to learn and keep abreast of new developments in the field of cyber safety for children and young people  
• Ability to think analytically, strategically and critically, and outside-of-the box
• Creativity, flexibility and attention to detail
• Sound planning and organizational skills, including self-management and time-management
• Excellent timely communication manner – online, telephone and face to face
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries
• Ability to take own initiatives but also to work as a part of the team in a multicultural environment
• Ability to plan assigned work, respond to tight deadlines and multi-task
• Ability to coach and supervise research assistants on data collection and tabulation
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and informants
• Sensitivity to gender, ethnicity and children and young people in difficult circumstances