Consultancy For Individual to Conduct Adoption and Dis-adoption Study
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Consultancy For Individual to Conduct Adoption and Dis-adoption Study
IFPRI is seeking an individual consultant for Adoption and Dis-adoption Study. This consultancy is open to individuals only.
BACKGROUND
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is looking for a qualified and experienced consultant to support a team working on a research publication on Gender-specific adoption and dis-adoption of sustainable agricultural practices in four Sub-Saharan African countries. The consultancy will involve processing and analyzing primary panel data collected by the team over the period 2013-2022 and supporting the preparation of a journal article for publication and outreach. The consultant will work closely with IFPRI staff based in Rome and Kenya and IITA staff based in Ghana and Malawi. The consultant is also expected to liaise with and support study collaborators in project countries and attend essential meetings. The consultancy will run between March and June 2024.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Conduct data processing and analysis
Prepare and draft a journal article on Gender-specific adoption and dis-adoption of sustainable agricultural practices in Ghana, Malawi, Tanzania, and Mali.
Assist with various communication and outreach activities (e.g., blog post, brief)
Liaise with researchers within and outside the CGIAR, especially those involved in the Africa RISING programme
OUTPUTS
Datasets of processed variables, duly labeled and cleansed
Syntax (do-) files associated with the data processing and analysis conducted
Production of statistics in tabular and graphical forms
Draft journal article, slide deck, and policy brief
REQUIRED SKILLS
At least a master’s degree in international development, development economics, agricultural and applied economics or a very closely related field. PhD preferred.
Advanced knowledge of Stata software, good econometric skills, and proven familiarity with data production and collection processes
At least three years of experience in analyzing complex household-level micro data, preferably related to agricultural technology and gender
Familiarity with impact evaluation literature and experience in conducting impact assessments
Good publication record in top-quality peer-reviewed international journals
Capacity to deliver good quality products and services on time under tight deadlines and pressure
Capacity to work independently, particularly in producing research outputs
Knowledge of applied econometric methods for social science, especially for impact evaluation
Due attention to details, and efficiency in delivering the agreed output
Strong writing skills and capacity to analyze complex phenomena and publish findings in various forms
Fluency in written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in effective interactions and negotiations in a multi-cultural environment setting with researchers
Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
PREFERRED SKILLS
Familiarity with literature on agricultural extension, climatic risks, digital innovation, and nutrition
Knowledge of French
Household survey knowledge and experience in Africa south of the Sahara
To respond to this opportunity, please upload/share the following:
CV/Résumé along with Cover Letter and availability (working days per month) for the consultancy. Please upload as one attachment to the CV portion of the application
Sample Stata data processing and analysis (do-) files (maximum 3)
Writing samples (maximum 3)
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