NAUSHAWNG EDUCATION NETWORK

NR. 234, Shatapru, Nyein Chan Yeh Road and Ngwi Pyaw Street,
Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar.
Tel: +95(0)104350187, (0)9787618775

Email: naushawng@gmail.com

Vacancy Announcement

Naushawng Education Network (NSEN)

Naushawng Education Network is an independent and non-profit educational organization
founded on April 9th 2009 by Kachin scholars who are committed to work for strengthening
democratic transition and community development in north and north-east Myanmar.
NAUSHAWNG aims to contribute to the democratic transition, peace building and sustainable
development in Myanmar through training, education, research, advocacy and networking.
Objectives of the Assignment
This engagement is a full time appointment for Naushawng Education Network (NSEN).
Position Title: Research and Development Program Assistant
Location: Nawng Nang Campus, Myitkyina, Kachin State
Report directly to: R&D Program Manager
Contract Duration: 1 year (ongoing extendable contract)
Coordination with: Coordination office team, Naushawng Community School, Civic Education
Department and partners
Job Summary
The Research Program Assistant is responsible for maintaining and ensuring appropriate and
effective overall the research and development program and operations department functions.
Main role and responsibilities:

Under the supervising the program manager she/he will write the latter and send them
to appropriate bodies.

Create specific strategies for easier and effective execution of research projects

Supervise tasks assigned to project workers as instructed by the program manager

Supervise project workers and ensure that they stick to project specification and
guidelines

Keep records of all information related to research project for documentation,

clarification and presentation to management

NAUSHAWNG EDUCATION NETWORK

NR. 234, Shatapru, Nyein Chan Yeh Road and Ngwi Pyaw Street,
Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar.
Tel: +95(0)104350187, (0)9787618775

Email: naushawng@gmail.com

Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as

necessary

Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports out of the research results.

Provide assistance in the design of survey instruments such as questionnaires.

Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks.

Organize and arrange the meetings which all related to research project.

Provide ready access to all experimental data for the faculty researcher and/ or
supervisor.

Request or acquire equipment or supplies necessary for the research project

Attend research project meetings

Intermediate between the program manager and other workers in order to prevent
agitations that may hinder the smooth flow of project execution

Draft project budget on a monthly basis and ensure that it meets all necessary protocols

Supporting of developing and managing the database system of the organization.

Provide assistance with the preparation of project- related reports, manuscripts, and
presentations.

Supervise the work of survey and data collection interviewers.

Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity.

Performs other duties related to the organizational need.

Expected Qualification and Experiences:

At least one year experience in relevant field.

Ability to pay attention to detail
Good communication skills
Ability to solve problems
Ability to manage time effectively
Good oral and written English

Computer proficiency, particularly in spreadsheets, accounting packages and word

processing
Strong interpersonal skills and strong attention to details
Hard-working, friendly, honest, respectful, flexible, and open
Good attitude and ability to take initiative in work

NAUSHAWNG EDUCATION NETWORK

NR. 234, Shatapru, Nyein Chan Yeh Road and Ngwi Pyaw Street,
Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar.
Tel: +95(0)104350187, (0)9787618775

Email: naushawng@gmail.com

Application Procedure:
Interested persons should send an application letter along with a current C.V, no later than
5:00 pm, 13th January 2017 to the following address: NR. 234, Shatapru, Nyein Chan Yeh Road
and Ngwi Street, Myitkyina or email to naushawng@gmail.com
Phone: 09250715157, 09799683253

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.