UNV - United Nations Volunteers · Suva, Fiji, Fiji
The Disability Inclusion Volunteer Associate will support a pilot research study on the impact of corruption on persons with disabilities in three Pacific countries. This part-time role involves data collection, analysis, and report drafting in collaboration with various stakeholders, including the Pacific Disability Forum. The volunteer will ensure high-quality and ethical research processes while engaging with organizations and government partners. The position is based in Suva, Fiji, under the supervision of the Gender, Social Inclusion and Anti-Corruption expert.
Candidate Requirements:
Experience in research and data collection
Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods
Ability to design surveys and data collection tools
Strong analytical and report writing skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Commitment to ethical research practices
Task description
Under the direct supervision of the Gender, Social Inclusion and Anti-Corruption Expert, the Volunteer Associate will:
• Research Preparation
o Undertake desk review of relevant research related documents, literature, and development of research tools.
o Provide support in designing the survey questionnaire (Form Design and Authoring) and Form Deployment
o Assist in refining FGD and KII guides and other data collection instruments.
o Participate in research planning meetings.
o Support logistics and scheduling for fieldwork.
• Data Collection
o Provide technical support and coordinate with PDF in conducting online survey in three pilot countries using Kobo Toolbox open-source software.
o Assist in conducting Key Informant Interviews (KIIs).
o Provide support in conducting Focus Group Discussions (FGDs).
o Collaborate with the PDF in launching online survey
o Ensure ethical standards and informed consent procedures are followed.
o Maintain accurate field notes and documentation.
o Coordinate with field teams and stakeholders during data collection.
• Data Management and Analysis
o Organize and manage qualitative data.
o Transcribe and clean online survey, KII interviews and FGD data.
o Prepare data summaries, tables, and visualizations where necessary.
• Report Writing
o Draft sections of inception, progress, and final reports.
o Prepare analytical summaries of research findings.
o Contribute to presentations and dissemination materials.
o Incorporate reviewer comments into revised reports.
• Other Responsibilities
o Participate in team meetings.
o Support quality assurance of research outputs.
o Perform other research-related duties assigned by GEDSI & Anti-Corruption Expert.