Research Fellows at Overseas Development Institute (ODI)

Overview

ODI is the UK’s leading independent think-tank on international development and humanitarian

policy. Founded in 1960, it has made major contributions to research, dissemination and policy change, on all aspects of development and humanitarian policy. The Institute has a staff of

around 150, half of whom are researchers, and with the remainder providing a wide range of support services.

With a reputation for high-quality research and policy advice, ODI is in demand by governments, international institutions and other partners around the globe. Through our core research programmes we work across a wide range of sectors that have a direct impact on the well-being of the poorest people in developing countries. In addition, ODI offers consultancy services that include monitoring and evaluation and the development and delivery of tailored training courses, as well as expertise in communications and knowledge management.

ODI also manages the ODI Fellowship Scheme, which has placed postgraduate economists in government positions in developing countries since 1963. ODI’s research programmes cover a vast range of development and humanitarian issues.Further information is available in the Institute’s Annual Report, and on our website, www.odi.org.uk.

Candidates are strongly advised to study ODI’s activities and objectives before completing an application form.

Job title: Research Fellow level 2 – Principles, Politics and the Humanitarian System

Responsible to: Head of HPG

Responsible for: Management and mentoring of ROs and interns, as appropriate

Purpose of job

- To develop and undertake research, policy advisory and public affairs work with a view to

informing and inspiring humanitarian policy at international and country level.

- To support HPG research strategy, specifically on the theme Principles, Politics and the

Humanitarian System.

Research Fellow

Posts normally requiring substantive years experience in an RF position are intended for those displaying a substantial record of programme and project management, involving research, advisory work and public affairs. These Research Fellows are expected to contribute to development policy research across a range of topics and to be viewed as an authority in their own field. They are expected to assess and develop new areas of research in the Institute and to make a significant contribution to its general work.

Knowledge and qualifications

 a degree and post-graduate qualification in a relevant discipline;

 extensive and deep knowledge of humanitarian response programming, particularly principles of humanitarian action and dynamics of the humanitarian system;

 extensive and deep knowledge of key humanitarian and development issues and

organisations;

 fluency in English, and preferably a good command of at least one other language.

Experience

 experience in policy-oriented research, demonstrated by a track record of publications and reports;

 extensive developing-country experience;

 experience of extended ‘immersion’ in a conflict context

Salary: Research Fellow 2: £46,695 - £57,430 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting on ODI’s pay structure, which is based on the universities single pay for Academic & Higher Education Support Staff. Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience and subject to review.

Application process

All applicants should complete the Institute’s application form (including a full statement in

support of their application) which is available electronically from recruitment@odi.org.uk and

the ODI website (www.odi.org.uk/jobs), or by post from:

Human Resources Office, Overseas Development Institute,

111 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7JD

Telephone: +44 (0)20 7922 0349

The closing date for receipt of applications is 11 September 2011

http://www.odi.org.uk/about/jobs/application-packs/436.pdf

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