The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

Project/Research Assistant contributes to project start-up, project activity monitoring, partnership monitoring for multiple projects. This position is entry-level into an INGO organization and will provide a good opportunity to better familiarize themselves with working within an international organization, whilst providing critical support services to the Project Manager and the Head of Mission.

Accountabilities

Under the supervision of Project Manager, and with the support of the Research Manager, the Project/Research Assistant will perform the below main activities:

• Support of the Research Manager in implementing the research project activities
• Assist in the collection, management, and analysis of quantitative and qualitative as stipulated in project documents, including the production of any forms and surveys
• Manage and organize project documents and data on designated platforms, ensuring compliance with ethical and safeguarding policies
• Support the monitoring of project activities across Ukraine, Poland, Moldova, and Romania, ensuring the research objectives are met according to the planned timeline
• Assist in organizing meetings, training events, and partner visits, ensuring smooth coordination among all stakeholders
• Assist in translating and contextualizing research materials and guidelines to ensure they are appropriate for use in the local context
• Preparation of official letters and communications to partners and government authorities
• Data management and organisation of Plan International’s documents on MS Teams channel
• Provide support during field visits including organising trip route and itinerary for visiting delegations.

The Project/Research Assistant will work closely with the Research Manager for guidance and support throughout these responsibilities.

Key relationships

Head of Mission, Project Manager, PQIM, Technical Specialists, and support staff (Finance and logistics); Local project implementing partners; Response Hub relevant teams.

Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

Essential Knowledge

• University degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, psychology, international relations, or related disciplines.
• Good knowledge and understanding of humanitarian principles and the impact of armed conflict on affected populations, with a particular focus on mental health and gender dynamics
• Understanding of the mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) needs in conflict settings
• Experience in implementing projects related to mental health, education, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), child protection, cash and voucher assistance, gender, and participatory approaches is an advantage.

Essential Skills

• Strong research skills, including data collection, management, and analysis
• Ability to synthesize research findings into clear, actionable reports and recommendations
• Strong strategic decision-making and communication skills including reporting and presentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, proficiency in Ukrainian and/or Russian is optional but considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability of teamwork, coordination, and planning
• Knowledge of usual office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and regular
  communication channels (Teams, email, Skype).

Behaviours

• Works with trustworthiness and integrity and has a clear commitment to Plan’s core values and humanitarian principles.
• Aware of own strengths, weaknesses and pro-active in using feedback and self-development.
• Aware of impact on others and uses impact to create positive climate at work.
• Works and lives with a flexible, adaptable and resilient manner.
• Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to gender and diversity.
• Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive under pressure.
• Willingness to learn and be exposed to new learning opportunities.

Location: Bucharest, Romania

Type of Role: Fixed-Term Contract (Part-time)

Reports to: Project Manager

Closing Date: 18/08/2024 (end of the day)

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.