Population Service International (PSI) is pioneer in the field of social marketing with focus on evidence based programming for measurable health impact. As a global network operating in over 60 countries, PSI works with the private and public sector to enable vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives by increasing access to affordable products and services. PSI/Nepal began operations in early 2002 and has been partnering with the Government of Nepal, the private sector and local and international organizations in areas of nationally defined health priorities to create health solutions that are built to last. Its current portfolio includes family planning, adolescent sexual and reproductive health, and hygiene and sanitation programs.

PSI/Nepal is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Research Specialist

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No of Vacancy: 1

Job Location: Based in Kathmandu

The Research Specialist is responsible to design and implement research and share results for informing policies, improving programs and contribute evidence to generate new projects and program innovations most applicable for PSI/Nepal.

Experience and Qualification:

Advanced university degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Population Studies or Bio-statistics
At least five years of progressive experience on health-related research activities, preferably in sexual and reproductive health and health systems
Sound understanding and competence in research methodology quantitative, qualitative and mix methods
Proven competence on management and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data using software - SPSS, Stata, Epi-Info, NVivo
At least two scientific research papers published in peer-reviewed index journals within last five years
Capable of performing in a complex environment with cultural sensitivity
Fluent in English and Nepali (speaking and writing)

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Applying Procedure

Interested candidates are requested to submit their motivation letter and updated resume (including two referees) by January 24, 2019 to: jobs@psi.org.np

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for selection process

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