Online Volunteers for Research Project

Job Posting Organization:
Morobe Development Foundation Inc. (MDF) is a prominent NGO based in Lae, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea. Established with the mission to empower young people and promote gender equality, MDF utilizes community development initiatives through arts such as dance, music, and drama. The organization aims to ensure women's equal participation in decision-making processes, particularly in projects addressing violence against women and promoting human rights. MDF collaborates with various international experts and researchers to conduct scientific studies on environmental issues, thereby contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization is managed by a committee that includes diverse members to ensure inclusive decision-making.

Job Overview:
The position involves engaging five Online Volunteers who will contribute their expertise in writing, data analysis, data visualization, literature review, and project coordination. The primary goal is to produce a comprehensive research report titled 'Psychological Foundations of Women’s Empowerment in Papua New Guinea.' This project aims to investigate the psychological and socio-cultural barriers that women face, with a focus on enhancing their participation in community development. The findings will inform evidence-based programs designed to empower women and promote gender equality, aligning with SDG

• The volunteers will work collaboratively to create a final report, analyze data sets, and develop visual outputs that will be shared with partner organizations and academic networks.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteers will have specific roles: 1) Writing and Editing Support: Draft and consolidate sections of the report, ensuring clarity and academic tone, and prepare the executive summary and presentation. 2) Literature Review Support: Conduct a literature review on women's empowerment, summarizing findings to strengthen the report's theoretical framework. 3) Data Analysis Support: Analyze provided data sets using statistical tools, producing summaries and tables focusing on key variables. 4) Data Visualization Support: Create visual representations of the data findings, preparing a visual appendix for the report. 5) Research Coordinating and Quality Review Support: Coordinate tasks among volunteers, review drafts for accuracy, and document the research process in a summary report.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess complementary expertise in their respective fields. For writing and editing, strong academic writing skills are essential. Literature review support requires familiarity with academic and policy sources related to women's empowerment. Data analysis support necessitates proficiency in statistical tools like Excel, R, or Python. Data visualization support requires experience with software such as Tableau or Power BI. Research coordination support demands strong organizational skills and attention to detail for quality review processes.

Educational Background:
A background in social sciences, gender studies, psychology, or related fields is preferred for all volunteer roles. Candidates should have relevant academic qualifications or equivalent experience that demonstrates their expertise in the specific areas they will support.

Experience:
While specific years of experience are not mandated, candidates should have demonstrable skills and experience in their respective areas of expertise. Previous involvement in research projects, particularly those focused on gender issues or community development, will be advantageous.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for all roles, as the final report and communications will be conducted in English. Knowledge of Tok Pisin or other local languages may be beneficial but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The positions are voluntary and remote, allowing for flexible working hours. The duration of the project is not specified, but it is expected that volunteers will commit to completing their tasks within a reasonable timeframe to ensure the timely publication of the research report. This initiative is part of a broader effort to recruit internationally, drawing on diverse expertise to enhance the quality of the research.