Research Assistant Gender Equality (Temporary)

• Review existing literature for ongoing research initiatives and projects.
• Help to draft policy papers, briefs, and blog posts.
• Conduct data analysis using Excel, STATA, or R; clean data sets, prepare tables, and make graphs to present results.
• Organize and attend meetings/conferences/other events related to research priorities.
• Provide administrative and programmatic support to include managing logistics for gender equality research-related activities; assisting with event and meeting organization, travel booking, expense documentation, and other administrative tasks as required.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of senior research staff.

• Undergraduate degree in economics, development economics, public policy, research methods or related fields.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• A solid understanding of social research methods, particularly quantitative methods.
• Professionalism and comfort interfacing with senior stakeholders.
• Outstanding writing and other communication skills in English.
• A demonstrable interest in international development, global gender policy, women’s economic empowerment, or the care economy would be a plus.
• Solid research and data analysis skills using Excel, Stata, or R.
• Confidence and comfort working independently, in small groups, or interacting with senior staff.
• A positive attitude and great sense of humor.

CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.