Regional Research and Learning Coordinator, PlayMatters
Core
Coordinate, design, implement, and disseminate research and learning activities for the PlayMatters education initiative in Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda to improve holistic learning outcomes for pre-primary and primary school children in crisis-affected areas.
Role type
Regional Research and Learning Coordinator
Builds
Evidence base and learning products for the PlayMatters consortium (IRC, Plan International, War Child Alliance, LEGO Foundation) to strengthen education systems in conflict zones.
Domain
International humanitarian aid / Education in crisis / Development research
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Qualitative and quantitative research design, data analysis, instrument adaptation and validation, capacity building, evidence reviews, stakeholder coordination
Preferred skills
Experience with RCT design, academic publishing, adaptive management
Technologies
CommCare, Tangerine
Responsibilities
Coordinate IRC-led qualitative and quantitative research studies; Lead the co-design and actualization of the PlayMatters Learning Agenda; Serve as key coordination point between the consortium, internal research partners (Airbel), and external evaluators; Conduct evidence reviews and facilitate learning workshops; Support RCT preparation and path to scale planning.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC