IDMC Researcher

The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) is the world’s authoritative source of data and analysis on internal displacement. Since our establishment in 1998 as part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), we offer a rigorous, transparent and independent service to the international community, and inform policy and operational decisions to improve the lives of people living in, or at risk of, internal displacement.

With a team of 31 people in Geneva and an annual budget of over 5 million USD, we monitor more than 130 countries in the world for which we provide verified, consolidated and multi-sourced estimates of the number of people internally displaced or at risk of becoming displaced by conflict, violence, disasters and development projects. We complement this global data with interdisciplinary research into the drivers, patterns and impacts of internal displacement. Using this evidence, we provide tailor-made advice and support to inform global, regional and national policy-making. Our data and evidence are published on our website and via our Global Internal Displacement Database (http://www.internal-displacement.org/database/displacement-data). Our flagship report, the Global Report on Internal Displacement (https://www.internal-displacement.org/global-report/grid2020/), published every year in May, is the world refeence on IDP statistics, featuring trends and thematic analyses, country and regional spotlights.

IDMC is now looking for an experienced researcher to support IDMC’s research on the relationship between internal displacement to cross-border movements. The researcher will develop briefing materials, research tools, and publications in alignment with the department’s research priorities. In addition, this position will also support the department in fundraising and positioning of IDMC.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Develop methodology for representative research on the relationship between internal displacement and cross-border movements

2. Hold consultations with partners to agree on a measurable definition of internal displacement for returnees, resulting in the production of a short briefing note

3. Develop research tools for qualitative and quantitative research among refugees and returnees, drawing upon previous tools developed by IDMC and results of consultations with partners

4. Manage data collection on the relationship between internal displacement and cross-border movement

5. Identify funding opportunities and support the development of research proposals in line with the department’s identified research priorities and in coordination and with support from the External Relations department.

6. Perform other duties in the department as appropriate.

Competencies

Generic professional competencies:

• Master’s degree related to international development, migration, humanitarian affairs, or related field.
• Minimum of five years’ research experience.
• Strong writing skills and ability to condense large amounts of data and analysis in an efficient manner.
• Strong initiative and collaborative working style.
• Excellent communication skills and good team worker.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal – knowledge of another language a plus.

Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

• Knowledge of human mobility issues.
• Graduate-level coursework in research methods and sample design.
• Proven experience developing probability sampling methods and research tools.
• Proven experience in project management, including overseeing budgets and project timelines.
• Ability to question, understand and evaluate quantitative and qualitative research on internal displacement.
• Ability to convey complex problems in accessible concepts and terms, both verbally and in writing and to adapt language and messaging for different audiences.
• Ability to produce concise and communicable briefing papers and information pieces.

Duration, working hours, eligibility

• This position is for a period of 6 months (maternity cover);
• This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week;
• Please note that for reasons related to the procedure for work permits in Switzerland, only candidates with a Swiss/EU/EFTA nationality or a valid work permit for Switzerland can be considered for this role (non-Swiss/EU/EFTA citizens must kindly provide proof of a valid working permit for Switzerland in their application);

Only CVs and applications submitted in Webcruiter will be considered.

We can offer

• A passionate and dynamic team;
• An international and diverse work atmosphere;
• Flexible working hours.

How to apply:

Candidates should complete an NRC WebCruiter application including their CV and personal details.

Only CV and application submitted in Webcruiter will be considered.

The NRC reserves the right to conduct a full background check on all candidates.

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation's values; To be dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable are attitudes and beliefs that shall guide our actions and relationships.

We look forward to receiving your application!