Organization | AFRO ARAB YOUTH COUNCIL |
Location | Bunamwaya Zzana |
Post Title | Officer for Research and Development |
Duration | I year |
Department | Research, Advocacy and Policy |
Line Manager/Reporting | Manager for Research, Advocacy and Policy |
Directly Supervises | N/A |
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Context | Afro Arab Youth Council (AAYC) was inaugurated by youth of Africa and Arab world gathering in Khartoum, Sudan in 2004. Its headquarter later changed to Uganda after the resolution of the Afro Arab Youth Festival of 2008, in Munyonyo (Kampala Declaration) that resolved to construct its AAYC permanent home in Kampala. A secretariat was set up at Bunamwaya to pursue the objectives of the AAYC as outlined in the AAYC Statutes. The AAYC aims to use practical approaches to deal with youth pressing issues and provide realistic solutions which corelate with the current times. It is therefore an advocacy group for youth with membership of over 50 countries of the African and Arab world including African Union, Arab League and other International bodies. |
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Position Objective | To design, and implement research initiatives that inform advocacy strategies and policy development. To generate evidence based insights that support organisational goals and influence decision-making at local, national or international levels To bridge research findings with practical policy recommendations and advocacy campaigns.
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Main Duties (30%) | Conduct qualitative and quantitative research aligned with organizational priorities. Design research tools, methodologies, and data collection frameworks. Analyze data and produce reports, policy briefs, and publications. Support the development and implementation of advocacy strategies. Monitor and evaluate policy developments relevant to the organization's focus areas. Engage stakeholders including government agencies, NGOs, and community groups. Translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations. Contribute to grant proposals, concept notes, and fundraising initiatives. Organize workshops, seminars, and dissemination events. Ensure research complies with ethical standards and organizational guidelines. Author a weekly opinion on various aspects of the AAYC for publications in the newspapers. Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
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| Attendance (50%) | Full time Staff |
| Any other duties (10%) | Working and or supporting the team |
| Delegation of work (5%) | Assigned work |
| Accomplishment (5%) | Of key tasks |
| Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities | Strong understanding of research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative). Knowledge of policy analysis and advocacy processes. Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong report writing and communication skills. Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights. Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Excel, or similar). Stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects. Strong organizational and time management skills. High level of integrity and adherence to ethical research standards.
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Academic Qualifications and Experience | Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, or a related field. At least 3-5 years of experience in research, policy analysis, or advocacy work. Proven experience in conducting and publishing research or policy briefs. Experience working with NGOs, government institutions, think tanks, or research organizations is desirable. Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and policy influence. Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks is an added advantage.
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Salary | - As per the AAYC salary structure
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