Overview Join AIR as a Quantitative Research Associate with our and make a difference, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle income countries. AIR's IDD work spans the globe with projects in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Central and Latin America, and the Middle East. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand quantitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs. Our IDD team is committed and engaged because we drive positive change in the following areas: Agriculture, food, and nutritionEarly childhood development and educationRefugees and migrationSocial protectionWater, sanitation, and infrastructureWomen's empowerment Workforce developmentUse your experience, knowledge, and education to help us deliver on our mission: to contribute to a better, more equitable world.This position will be located out of AIR's office in Nairobi, Kenya and candidates hired for the position must be eligible to work from this location.About AIR:Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.AIR's commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone's unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by. Responsibilities Collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze data and trends using standard practices and techniquesPerform computer modeling or simulation or simple to moderately complex forecasting using standard software packagesApply quantitative and/or qualitative analysis techniques and methodsWork on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervisionConduct literature reviews and write sections of proposals and deliverablesResponsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projectsCommunicate project support needs and requests to senior management and clientele, provide administrative support where applicableUtilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projectsBudget management and development Qualifications Education, Knowledge, and Experience:Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or Master's degree in such fields as social sciences, statistics, quantitative methods or related fieldExperience with STATAExperience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software Skills:Flexible, self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team playerStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently on detailed assignmentsWillingness to travel as needed
