Remote Consultancy at UNICEF as a Research Specialist
Work From Home: UNICEF Remote Consultant Opportunity in Research
Remote Consultancy Opportunity: Ethics in Evidence Activities – Research and Drafting at UNICEF Contract Type: Consultant
Duty Station: Remote (Work from Home)
Duration: Approximately 80 working days
Application Deadline: 10 October 2024
Job Number: 575796
About UNICEF and the Global Office of Research and Foresight: UNICEF is on a mission to ensure the rights, safety, and well-being of children around the world, especially in the toughest places. With its presence in 190 countries and territories, UNICEF works tirelessly for every child, every day. The Global Office of Research and Foresight (Innocenti) , located in Florence, Italy, contributes to this mission by generating cutting-edge research to inform effective policies and programs that improve the lives of children.
UNICEF is currently seeking a Consultant to support its ethics-focused research and drafting initiatives. The position offers the flexibility of remote work , allowing you to make a global impact from anywhere.
About the Role: The consultancy aims to provide research, drafting, and analytical support for two critical discussion papers:
Ethical Considerations in Using AI for Evidence Generation
Ethical Considerations for Conducting Evidence Activities Involving Children in Humanitarian Settings
Additionally, you will assist with research and documentation for a webinar that focuses on either meaningful consent or mandatory reporting practices in research, with the final outcome document expected in early 2025.
Key Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive literature reviews (formal and grey literature) to synthesize existing knowledge on both projects.
Lead qualitative research, including key informant interviews and focus groups, to gather insights.
Develop concise case studies (1-2 pages each) on ethical issues from UNICEF's internal projects.
Periodically present findings to UNICEF's internal advisory group.
Support webinar planning by summarizing recent trends and capturing key outcomes for a public-facing document.
Qualifications: Advanced Degree in Applied Science, Social Sciences, Population Science, or a related field.
4+ years of experience in research, evidence synthesis, and ethics documentation, especially in child rights, social sciences, or ethics.
Familiarity with core ethical principles and demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth literature reviews and stakeholder interviews.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language (e.g., French, Spanish) is highly desirable.
Experience working in humanitarian settings or low-resource environments is a plus.
Experience in preparing ethics review submissions , and ethics policy or risk analysis.
Understanding of topics like digital rights , AI , and predictive algorithms , especially related to child rights.
How to Apply: If you're passionate about ethics in research and child rights, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application through the UNICEF Careers Portal by 10 October 2024 .
Make a difference from the comfort of your home. Join UNICEF's mission to uphold the highest standards of ethics in research and advocacy for children.
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