Somalia: Researcher and Translator

Observatory of Conflict and Violence Prevention (OCVP)

Invites Applications for the position of

Researcher at OCVP Hargeisa Office

Vacancy announcement Number: 02HRG-015

Information Regarding the Position

Post Title: Researcher and Translator

Department: Training and Translation

Supervisor: Head of Training and Translation Department at the Headquarters Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland with possibility of traveling to other Somaliland regions.

Deadline: 23^rd September 2015

Employment Type: Full-time Job

ABOUT THE OBSERVATORY OF CONFLICT AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION (OCVP)

The Observatory of Conflict and Violence Prevention (OCVP) is a non-partisan, independent non-governmental organization with the goal of organising and supporting initiatives that promote peacebuilding, security, safety and sustainable development across all regions of Somalia. Established in 2009, the OCVP envisions a peaceful, secure and prosperous Somali-speaking community in the Horn of Africa. Towards achieving this, the OCVP provides reliable data on peacebuilding and governance in all regions of Somalia/Somaliland for shaping policy, developing responses and monitoring progress, at a time when the country is emerging from prolonged conflict and the traditional institutions need to be nurtured with information that can help respond to pertinent local social issues.

OCVP carefully approaches its different programmes from research, training and advocacy perspectives, drawing on data collected at district levels and disseminating findings to various stakeholders at the district, regional and national levels to inform policy and programming. The OCVP is situated at a crossroads between academics, community practitioners and policy makers. It is linked to a growing number of Somali academic institutions as well as an international network of academic research institutions involved in conflict resolution, peace building, humanitarian issues and sustainable development.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The OCVP Hargeisa office is looking for a Researcher and Translator, with particular expertise in quantitative and qualitative research techniques and translation of English reports into Somali.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

I.Research and Data Analysis ( Reporting to Head of Research and analysis)

· Collecting, analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data.

· Adhering to OCVP research guidelines, procedures and requirements during all phases of research.

· Ensure data quality control and oversee that research ethics is preserved throughout the research process.

· Moderate Focus Group Discussions and conducting interviews with key informants. Participating in data dissemination workshops.

· Producing qualitative written English reports.

II.Training and translation ( Reporting to Head of Training and translation)

· Producing qualitative written Somali/English and vice versa translation of documents.

· Translating text, including text contained in figures, tables, photo captions, sources and covers.

MONITERING AND REPORTING CHANNELS

The Researcher and Translator at the OCVP Hargeisa Office will directly report to the Head of the Research and Analysis Department for research related activities and to the Head of the Training and Translation Department for translation related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Education:

· Master’s Degree in Social Sciences or a related discipline

· Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali

Experience:

· Minimum of 2 years of experience in conducting social research.

· Proven experience in translation of English into Somali and vice versa.

· Excellent analytical and writing skills in both English and Somali languages.

· Proven track record of facilitation of focus group discussions and individual interviews.

· Demonstrated experience in working with the local community at district and regional levels.

· Experience in designing qualitative and quantitative research tools, such as household surveys; focus group discussion guides; questions for individual interviews.

Skills:

· Willingness and ability to travel and stay within the community under basic conditions.

· Excellent planning skills and ability to work under pressure.

· Knowledge and understanding of the complex and diverse factors that have an impact on primary data collection in post-conflict settings.

If you feel you meet the requirements for this position, we encourage you to apply. OCVP offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.

Application must be addressed to OCVP via hr@ocvp.org stating 02HRG-015 + your surname in the subject line.

To apply for this position, kindly attach your CV (in English) and motivation letter (of 300 words or less) which summarizes how your profile aligns with the key requirements, skills and abilities of this role in word files only.

The deadline for the application is on the 23^rd of September 2015 and only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

OCVP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices.