*We are not currently accepting applications for this position*
ARK Foundation is a non-governmental organization (NGO) committed to the socio-economic development of Bangladesh. Through evidence-based research, training, and communication, it provides sustainable solutions in health, education, and social development. Since its inception in 2014, ARK Foundation has collaborated closely with government entities, national and international NGOs, universities, and development partners to achieve its vision and mission.
As a research-focused NGO, ARK Foundation is dedicated to addressing challenges in health research, health system strengthening, urban health, mental health, and tobacco control.
Key Responsibilities
As a Research Assistant (Quantitative), you will:
- Conduct field activities, including data collection, data entry, and data management.
- Assist in drafting various reviews, such as literature reviews, desk reviews, scoping reviews, and systematic reviews.
- Prepare ethical clearance documentation for new studies, including translation and transcription tasks, as needed.
- Assist in drafting academic articles, research reports, policy briefs, concept notes, and other relevant documents.
- Visit field sites when required.
- Attend meetings, take notes, prepare meeting minutes, and summarize reports from workshops, conferences, forums, and seminars.
- Provide general administrative, communication, and logistical support.
- Support liaison activities with stakeholders and donors.
- Coordinate with the communications team to develop relevant materials.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in health economics, economics, public health, development studies, or other related social sciences.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in research-oriented fields.
- A strong desire to learn and pursue a research-oriented career in public health.
- Strong writing skills, particularly in interpreting quantitative analysis.
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Proficient communication skills (written and spoken) in both Bangla and English.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Suite.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to perform field-based activities.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, time management skills, and teamwork.
- Interest and dedication to researching communicable and non-communicable disease control and public health issues.
- Data analysis skills are an advantage.
- Gross Salary: 20,000 – 25,000 BDT (per month)
- Other Benefits:
- In-house lunch (available on payment).
- Two days off per week.
*We are not currently accepting applications for this position*
Suite C-3 & C-4, House # 06, Road # 109,
Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212,
Bangladesh.
Phone: +88 02 55069866
Email: info@arkfoundationbd.org