About Us

Responsibilities

• Develop E&R policies and tools;
• Coordinate and standardize RA indicators across programs;
• Provide analysis and reporting on RA wide indicators to senior staff;
• Develop and broaden academic and other external partnerships including research to determine the impacts of certification and other RA activities;
• Manage the development and application of GIS data and mapping tools;
• Ensure long term program and financial sustainability of the unit;
• Coordinate with the Development team, as necessary, to establish a mechanism to ensure the monitoring policies and tools are effectively implemented;
• Provide expertise and oversight in the design of project-specific monitoring and evaluation activities within all programs;
• Conduct and coordinate research and analysis efforts in support of RA strategic planning and program design;
• Further develop, manage and maintain the RA monitoring data base, including, but not limited to:
  • Working with component programs to prioritize mapping efforts and providing related analysis;
  • Harmonizing and setting up protocols for GIS data collection through audit process; and
  • Maintaining and managing a centralized mapping data sets and images;
• Coordinate and collaborate with other organizations and initiatives with a view to share learning and enhance RA's influence;
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities; develop funding proposals and secure grants;
• For large, multi-year projects:
  • Provide input and guidance on developing the research and evaluation component and budget for proposals; and
  • Provide support during the start-up phase in the project M&E function, such as consultation and/or review of performance monitoring plans, impact studies, and mapping.
• Conduct and/or coordinate research projects and manage data analysis to gauge program effectiveness, support strategic decision-making, and assist in the design of proposed new program initiatives; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MA, MS or other advanced degree in natural or social sciences; a Ph.D preferred;
• 10 - 15 years research experience, with proven publication record preferred;
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation requirements of multi-lateral donors (USAID, IDB, UNDP, WB, etc);
• Knowledge of research design with ability to develop research methodologies;
• Knowledge of both tropical and temperate ecosystems;
• Proven ability to coordinate and collaborate with scientific organizations producing publishable results;
• Practical Evaluation & Research Skills;
• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication and presentation skills;
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a time sensitive manner;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact culturally, linguistically, and diplomatically with diverse internal and external individuals;
• Knowledge of RA and independent assurance systems (certifications, verifications, assessments);
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) with a demonstrated experience in database software;
• Fluency in English and Spanish, additional languages such as French and/or Portuguese a plus; and
• Ability to travel approximately 30% per year, nationally and internationally.