J-PAL MENA is hiring 9 summer interns across its different verticals. 6 interns will be assigned to the research vertical, 2 will be assigned to the policy vertical and 1 will be assigned to the capacity building vertical. Last day to apply is the 10th of June 2024. Late applications will be disregarded.
J-PAL MENA Research, Policy, and Capacity Building Interns’ Tasks -
Research Vertical Research Tasks :
- Material Preparation : Develop survey instruments and other project materials.
- Coding : Support data review, cleaning, and analysis, using statistical software.
- Field Coordination : Collaborate with local partners and assist in coordinating enumerator work.
- Research Writing : Assist with writing tasks, including formatting, editing literature reviews, reports, etc.
- Sector-Specific Work : Complete small research and writing tasks related to J-PAL MENA's specific sectors (Education, Environment, etc.).
- Please note that coding skills (Stata / R) are a MUST for research interns.
- Please note that coding skills (Stata / R) are a MUST for research interns.
Policy Vertical Tasks :
Policy Communication : Develop and disseminate communication materials (newsletters, blog posts, social media) to raise awareness and understanding of J-PAL MENA's policy work and its impact.Policy Research Support : Conduct literature reviews, synthesize research findings, and contribute to the development and implementation of education-focused projects relevant to policy goals.Policy Product Development : Utilize academic and professional experience to contribute to the creation of high-quality policy briefs, reports, and publications that are clear, readable, and accessible to diverse audiences.Policy Project Management : Support the organization and coordination of policy-related projects, manage work management tools, and provide administrative support for meetings, workshops, and events.Policy Stakeholder Engagement : Assist in building relationships with stakeholders (partners, policymakers) and responding to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.Capacity Building Tasks :
Training Development : Review J-PAL Global Training resources and identify adaptation opportunities for MENA capacity-building programs.Collaborate on developing engaging content and materials for training delivery.Training Delivery Support : Assist in delivering training programs, including logistics, participant management, and instructional support.Capacity Building Research : Conduct research on best practices for integrating new teaching techniques, technologies, and innovative methods into training delivery.Needs Assessment and Collaboration : Collaborate with requesting units to assess their capacity-building needs and develop targeted training programs.Training Evaluation and Reporting : Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of training programs through data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure continuous improvement.