J-PAL Africa Research Associate CBT (Cape Town)

J-PAL Africa Research Associate CBT (Cape Town)

Please note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the job ad, as well as this form will be removed once the post has been filled. J-PAL Africa seeks a Cape Town based Research Associate to support its mission of reducing poverty by ensuring policy is informed by scientific evidence. We are looking for RA's to support fieldwork in Cape Town, South Africa. The role will involve a good mix of practical fieldwork, data collection, analysis, writing and project management. RA's will work closely with J-PAL affiliated researchers and principal investigators and the J-PAL Africa research team.
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What is your current South African work status?*

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Are you aware that this position is Cape Town-based?*

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Are you in Cape Town or willing to move to Cape Town for the position?*

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What is your highest level of education?*

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Have you completed any online courses in the MITx Micromasters in Data, Economics and Development Policy?*

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Which courses have you taken? (Tick if courses have covered similar topics)

Principles of MicroeconomicsDesigning and Running Randomized EvaluationsData Analysis for Social ScientistsThe Challenges of Global PovertyFoundations of Development Policy:Advanced Development EconomicsPolitical Economy and Economic Development
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