Cost Research Advisor

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Work experienceBachelor's or Master's degree in economics, statistics, public policy, or related field.Minimum of:3+ years of experience (bachelor’s degree) or 2+ years of experience (Master’s degree) in the humanitarian or development sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct researchIn collaboration with IRC colleagues, refine the learning agenda and research questions for one or more focus areas or interventions (e.g., Safe at Home).Conduct cost-efficiency analyses, cost-effectiveness analyses, and scenario modeling (see Cost Analysis Report Library).Develop, maintain, and update program-specific data sets (see Cost Analysis Data Sets).Synthesize internal and external cost evidence to make broader quantitative and qualitative assessments of a program area’s cost-effectiveness, parameters under which a program area might be cost-effective, etc. (e.g.).Provide technical assistanceDevelop organizational learnings and recommendations for - specific outcome areas or interventions.Provide ongoing technical assistance to IRC colleagues and partner organizations to help inform decisions with cost evidence.Support proposal development to increase the cost-effectiveness of proposals and program designs.Re-package evidence into accessible user-friendly tools to increase their usability (e.g.).Collaborate with advocacy and policy colleagues to translate research findings into accessible and persuasive external collateral (e.g.).Cross-cutting responsibilitiesContribute to reporting, including writing, delivering presentations, and supporting communications staff

REQUIRED SKILLS

Research planning, Research and development, Communication, Ability to coordinate, Research planning, Data analysis

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree