For those looking for jobs or volunteering opportunities, Innovations for Poverty Action is hiring for positions around the world.
Please see full listings here:
A few highlights:
-Research Manager, Education: a nice mix of management and research, with focus on education. The successful candidate will typically have 3-6 years of experience, and manage a portfolio of 3 to 5 research project. Based
in Accra, Ghana. Full JD here:
http://www.poverty-action.org/job/research-manager-education-0
-Research Manager, Tamale: a similar position, except this one will touch on more sectors, most likely agric, rural development and public health. Based in Tamale, Ghana. Full JD here:
http://www.poverty-action.org/job/research-manager-ghana
-Research Coordinator, Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion: here the position is more focused on microfinance and SME related research. The person will manage a portfolio of ~2 projects, up to 3 at times. I would typically
expect someone with 2-3 years of experience. Based in Accra Ghana. Full JD here:
http://www.poverty-action.org/job/research-coordinator-entrepreneurship-financial-inclusion
-Research and Data Coordinator: similar to the other RC position above, except a bit more focus on data work. A perfect fit for people who like STATA but are interested in being in the field, and still get management experience.
Based in Tamale, Ghana. The full JD is here though this one may be adapted a bit depending on the candidate: http://www.poverty-action.org/job/research-coordinator-disseminating-innovative-resources-and-technologies
-Operations Manager, Ghana: this person would be our lead admin person for the whole country office, with oversight on HR, procurement, IT, and other operations support. Perfect fit for entrepreneurial folks who like solving diverse
problems and are excited about crafting efficient systems. Authorization to work in Ghana required. The full JD is here: https://www.jobsinghana.com/jobs/indexnew.php?&device=d&view=31721
Leslie E. Ruyle, Ph.D.
Assistant Director
Assistant Research Scientist
Center on Conflict & Development | Texas A&M University