DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Main Responsibility will be aimed at delivering comprehensive research services and technical support at Farsight Africa Group covering the countries of operation. Contribute to the development and profile of our research expertise with clients and key influencers.

Research Design & QA Implementation

Lead QA review of all methodologies, survey tools, and analytical frameworks

Provide technical input on in-depth context analyses, conflict assessments, and thematic studies required under the clientengagement.

Ensure adherence to international best practices in research ethics and data quality

M&E Systems and Reporting

Design MEL systems aligned with client stabilization frameworks

Guide indicator development and logistical frame alignment for all ToR-driven research cycles (baseline, midline, endline)

Ensure evidence generated feeds directly into client reporting and programmatic adaptation

Analysis, Validation, and Learning

Oversee data synthesis and insight generation from qualitative and quantitative sources

Lead internal and client-facing quality control checkpoints for dashboards, assessments, and final reports

Support learning sessions with clientteams and stakeholders.

Capacity Building & Team Leadership

Mentor research officers and QA staff at Farsight

Provide input into recruitment and onboarding of short-term technical experts

Serve as a methodological focal point across multiple concurrent client tasks

REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, M&E, Development Studies, or a related field.

Minimum 7 years of experience in research/M&E, including in donor-funded, fragile contexts.

Proven ability to review and improve research deliverables

Familiarity with UN programs and stabilization-oriented data ecosystems

Proficiency in analytical software (e.g., STATA, R, Nvivo)

Strong understanding of results-based management and participatory research approaches

Excellent communication, leadership, and report-writing skills

Proven ability to manage timelines, and multi-stakeholder environments

Demonstrated ability in executing Research and M& E Proposals to UN agencies

Extensive national and international (Somalia) experience in project management

Familiarity with the socio-cultural context of East Africa

Excellent writing and communication skills in English