Senior Research Advisor
Wellington - Central
Contract
Hourly rate contract
January 2021 - 30 June 2021
Wellington CBD
Job Description:
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Research Advisor to work across a number of investigations-based research projects. Each of these projects comprises a mixture of primary and secondary research initiatives. We are looking for a contractor with a solid government research background and ideally experience using quantitative and / or qualitative methodologies. You will need to be comfortable taking the lead on projects and be able take a systematic approach to help design an approach that is applicable to multiple research initiatives. In addition to this, you will need to have experience doing a number of literary reviews.
Looking for candidates who demonstrate the following
Excellent understanding and application of research methodologies and processes
Experience in providing high quality research analysis and advice
Experience leading research projects using project management disciplines
Experience using NVivo would be beneficial
A commitment and ability to deliver high quality evidence-based research advice
Good understanding of quantitative and / or qualitative research methodologies, research design and use of analytical tools
Good understanding of the role of the public service and the machinery of government
Social sector knowledge and experience
Experience with literary reviews
Experience in peer review of research work
Contract administration experience
Able to take a ‘hands-on’ approachStrong competencies in all aspects of communications including written, oral, and relationship management
Experience in stakeholder engagement and consultation
Resilience and comfortable working in a highly complex and ambiguous environment
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For enquiries and further info please email your CV in Word Format to and reference Job #MT56951. Please note that we will be out of the office from 23rd Dec to 11th Jan, so will come back to you then.
For enquiries and further info please email your CV in Word Format to and reference Job #MT56951. Please note that we will be out of the office from 23rd Dec to 11th Jan, so will come back to you then.