(RFP300418) Intern- Data Analysis, Arusha Tanzania

Support data organization, analysis, and communication for PABRA.

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Overview

Support data organization, analysis, and communication for PABRA.

You have:

  • Completed bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness/Economist, Statistics, knowledge of Geographical Information System (GIS) will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge on the use of data analysis tools such as R statistical software, SPSS, GenStat, and other GIS packages.
  • Experience of the use of digital data collection tools such as ODK and Survey CTO will be added advantage.
  • Excellent drafting skills, capable of producing high-quality analytical documents and organising and summarizing materials clearly for a variety of audiences.
  • High analytical computing skills with good knowledge of MS Office applications.
  • Knowledge of data management ethics.
  • Good communication, written and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
  • Good knowledge of English language.

Job Description

THE ORGANIZATION

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT (Alliance) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crises of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation.

The Alliance works with local, national, and multinational partners across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services.

About the position

The intern will support the MEL PABRA lead on data organization and data analysis

Responsibilities

• Support PABRA MEL teams to organize program data of various PABRA member countries

• Support to configure data collection tools and conduct data analysis as guided by the PABRA MEL Lead

• Support the active communication and visibility of the program (website, social media)

• Support the logistical and organizational output of the program through invitations, agenda, talking points, power point preparations.

• Support crop researchers and thematic programs on data capture and data storage

• Regularly communicate program status and the lesson learned from various themes.

• Any other duties that will be assigned related to data collection, analysis and management functions

### Requirements

• Completed bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness/Economist, Statistics, knowledge of Geographical Information System (GIS) will be an added advantage.

• Knowledge on the use of data analysis tools such as R statical software, SPSS, GenStat, and other GIS packages.

• Experience of the use of digital data collection tools such as ODK and Survey CTO will be added advantage.

• Excellent drafting skills, capable of producing high-quality analytical documents and organising and summarizing materials clearly for a variety of audiences.

• High analystical computing skills with good knowledge of MS Office applications

• Knowledge of data management ethics

• Good communication, written and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team

• Good knowledge of English language.

Terms of employment

This internship is a nationally recruited position based in Arusha, Tanzania. The contract will be for a period of 3 months and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.

The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission.

Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications

Applicants are invited to visit https://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number RFP300418- Intern as the position applied for. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Applications closing date: 19th May 2025

Please note that email applications will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at:

http://alliancebioversityciat.org

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with data analysis tools like R or SPSS? This question aims to assess the candidate's technical expertise in data analysis. Discuss specific projects or tasks where you used these tools, highlighting the outcome.
How do you handle data collection and management ethically? Assessing knowledge of data management ethics is crucial for this role. Pro members can see the explanation.
What approaches do you use for effective teamwork in a multicultural environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a project where you organized data effectively? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to ensure clarity in your analytical documents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to adapt your communication style. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How familiar are you with digital data collection tools like ODK? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you believe is critical when working with data in agricultural research? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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