Regional Research Deputy Director

Lead research initiatives for education in conflict areas

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Overview

Lead research initiatives for education in conflict areas

You have:

  • PhD or MA degree leading education research, particularly education in emergencies, and 10 years of progressive experience in education research
  • Experience leading research in Bangladesh and/or Myanmar
  • Experience working with conflict affected populations
  • Experience managing multiple multi-disciplinary projects with multi-disciplinary collaborators
  • Proficiency in Burmese, Rohingya, Chittagonian, and/or Bangla

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a challenging research project you led in a conflict-affected area? This question assesses your experience and problem-solving skills in difficult environments. Share a specific example highlighting challenges faced and how you overcame them.
How do you ensure the research findings you generate influence policy and practice? The interviewer wants to understand your approach to dissemination and impact. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have working collaboratively with local governments or NGOs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to bridge the gap between policy and practice in education. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you manage the diverse expectations of your stakeholders while leading a research project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org