Call for Specialized Research Consultants -BBC Media Action عودة إلى الفرص

Context: 

BBC Media Action, the BBC’s international development organization, leverages the power of media and communication to inform, connect, and empower people worldwide, enabling them to shape their lives. Collaborating with broadcasters, governments, other organizations, and donors, we provide crucial information and foster positive change in governance, health, resilience, and humanitarian response.

In North Africa, our efforts span Tunisia, Algeria, and Libya, with our main office located in Tunis. Our current initiatives include enhancing the capacity of Algerian media to produce content sensitive to the youth and supplying content that boosts Libyans’ access to information and fosters debate, notably through the El Kul Facebook page.

Research at BBC Media Action

BBC Media Action places significant importance on research, both as a means to help us design better projects and as a mechanism to measure (and demonstrate) the impact and value of our work. The organisation has a strong reputation for research within the sector.

We conduct research to support the design and delivery of our projects/programmes, and to evaluate their impact. This includes research with target audiences, the media organisations/practitioners that we work with and other relevant stakeholders. For example:

• Formative research at the start of a project to better understand the lives of our target audiences and to help us frame our project communication to have the most impact (e.g. using literature reviews, qualitative interviews, quantitative surveys)
• Pre-testing/piloting of media outputs with audiences, to allow production teams to make changes to our media content based on audience feedback
• Monitoring project progress including audience engagement and reaction to our media content
• Tracking the performance of our content (e.g. using social media analytics)
• Evaluation of the impact of our projects (e.g. conducting qualitative research with audiences who have watched/listened to our content, using a national survey to measure the reach of our content).

BBC Media Action has an integrated team of up to 100 specialist qualitative and quantitative researchers based both in the UK and our country offices. Our London team provide technical support and oversight and help facilitate collaboration and learning between our teams of researchers in different countries. As a Research Manager in one of our Country offices you will be responsible for managing the research in your country/region, but you will also be part of the global research team (with opportunities to contribute to/learn from our research work across the globe).

Call for Application.

BBC Media Action invites applications from specialized consultants to join a dynamic pool for our media research projects in North Africa. We are looking to engage consultants with distinct expertise in either quantitative or qualitative research methods, as well as individuals who excel in integrating both approaches for comprehensive analysis.

Available Roles:

• Quantitative Research Analyst: Specialists in statistical analysis, data modeling, and interpretation of large data sets.
• Qualitative Research Analyst: Experts in thematic analysis, content analysis, and interpretation of narrative data.
• Mixed-Methods Research Analyst: Professionals skilled in both quantitative and qualitative analyses, capable of synthesizing diverse data types into coherent, insightful reports.

Eligibility Criteria:

Required for All:

• A Master’s degree in social science, statistics, media studies, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in research, analysis, or media studies.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with a high level of self-direction.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ethical judgment, tact, discretion, and confidentiality with sensitive data.

Quantitative Analysts:

• Advanced proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, R preferred, or other).
• Strong background in statistical analysis, data visualization, and quantitative research methodologies.

Qualitative Analysts:

• Expertise in qualitative research methodologies, including interviews, focus groups, and thematic analysis.
• Proficiency in qualitative analysis software (e.g., Dedoose or other).

Mixed-Methods Analysts:

• Comprehensive skills in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Proven ability to integrate diverse data sources into cohesive and insightful reports.

Preferred for All:

• PhD in a relevant field.
• Fluency in French and/or Arabic.
• Experience in media research or related projects.
• Knowledge of data visualization best practices and software.

Application Requirements:

• Submit a detailed CV highlighting specific expertise and relevant experience.
• Provide a written sample of a past research project, preferably related to media, demonstrating your analytical capabilities and reporting skills.

Deadline and Submission Email:

All applications should be sent to procurement@tn.bbcmediaaction.org by the 1st of March 2024.

Contracting:

• Service pricing and contract terms will be negotiated during the contracting phase.