Global Research & Organisational Learning Adviser - Maternity Cover

About Concern

Established in 1968, Concern is a non-profit, non-governmental humanitarian organisation, dedicated to the reduction of suffering and the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Concern’s vision, our mission and our work are all defined by one goal – ending extreme poverty, whatever it takes. Concern strives for a world free from poverty, fear and oppression.

Our culture is values driven and we believe that our people are central to all that we do and are key to delivering on our goal of Reaching the Furthest Behind First. We are committed to ensuring a workplace where everybody feels valued and are enabled to succeed in their work and contribute to delivering on our mission.

Overview and Purpose

Role Purpose: The Adviser works with others in the Technical Unit to support organisational learning, in particular across the two areas of knowledge creation and knowledge sharing. This is a pivotal role in the management of Concern’s substantial research portfolio and includes working closely with external researchers and institutions, with country programmes undertaking research and coordinating and engaging across the organisation. The role is tasked with supporting processes related to reflection and learning from Concern’s programmes including meta-reviews of programme policies, the annual reporting process and the development of other learning products based on research or programme results or data.

Reports to: Director Technical Assistance SAL

Terms: Fixed Term 9 months role, 50% hybrid in our Dublin 2 office

Location: Dublin Ireland

Salary: GB6 (€57,683 - €64,092)

Travel Requirements: Potential for some occasional travel

GB 2-6, HO T&C's

Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Head of Technical Support, key Technical Advisors and the International Programmes team, oversee the development, coordination and day to day management of Concern’s research portfolio, including:
  • secretariat function to the research committee and support for research approvals;
  • maintaining a database of research;
  • contributing to the identification of research partners,
  • negotiation of contracts with research institutions,
  • support to country teams in establishing research projects,
  • review of research reports and outputs,
  • planning for and supporting the dissemination of the research findings.
• Support the finalisation and operationalisation of an organisational Research Policy
• With the MEL team and in coordination with the Global Officer Programme Knowledge & Learning, support in knowledge creation and knowledge transfer, sharing and learning.
• Support a review of the Annual Programme Progress Report (APPR) process based on the new global strategic plan. Produce the 2026 APPR to optimise internal learning, to provide an insight into progress against programme strategies and for submission to Concern’s Senior Management and Board. Support the Country Annual Programme Review process.
• Support the production of Meta Evaluations to assess programme progress against policy and strategy, develop and implement learning and priority actions and for submission to Concern’s Board.
• Support the coordination and completion of research projects undertaken by Masters’ Students
• Support additional documentation and cross-organisational learning needs.
• Contribute to cross-sectoral work and support to country programmes including undertaking context analysis, strategy development or evaluations in conjunction with other advisers.
• Promote a locally led approach both through programme design and implementation and engagement with local actors.
• All staff are responsible for upholding and promoting Concern’s values, including our workplace equality, diversity and inclusion, and safeguarding values.
• All staff are required to participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s emergency response as and when required.
• Any other tasks as agreed with the Director of the Technical Assistance Team in SAL.

Role Holder Requirements

• A postgraduate research-based degree in a multi-disciplinary field, such as Development Studies or in a specific technical area that Concern works in (food security, health, education).
• Experience working in an NGO or development agency ideally with demonstrable experience working in emergency, conflict settings, or fragile states.
• Practical understanding of community driven research approaches, methodologies and tools.
• Strong written English skills (an example of which may be requested as part of the interview process).
• Strong analytical and research skills, essential demonstrated experience in mixed methods research. Experience commissioning and managing research projects is desirable.
• Excellent inter-personal skills with demonstrable experience in supporting processes of coordination and collaboration.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Empathy with the organizational goals of Concern.
• Strong digital skills regarding formatting and presentation materials are desirable.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Adaptable to evolving work priorities and schedules.
• French language skills are desirable.

Competencies:

• Planning & decision-making
• Communication & working with others
• Delivering results

Applications for this role will close on October 25th.

Important Information

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct supported by three Associated Policies: The Programme Participant Protection Policy, the Child Safeguarding Policy, and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy accessible here. These have been designed to ensure the highest level of protection for everyone the organization engages through its work.

The policies set out the behaviours and responsibilities that Concern staff, and all its representatives (including consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, suppliers, partners, visitors, ambassadors and Board members) are expected to uphold. They also articulate Concern’s commitment to safeguarding and protecting adults and children from harm in all aspects of our work. We will therefore do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Consequently, working or volunteering with Concern may be subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking. 

In this context, all staff and representatives of Concern have a responsibility to uphold the highest standards in their work, in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies.

Concern Code of Conduct and Associated Policies

Your Personal Data:

During this job application, you will provide Concern with your personal data. Concern takes its responsibilities towards this personal data very seriously and is committed to complying with all relevant data protection legislation. 

For additional information please consult our web site or contact the Human Resource Division in our Head Office. 

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