Research Coordinator

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About the Organization

Shree Gujarat State Women SEWA Cooperative Federation Limited works as a Women’s Enterprise Support System (WESS) to support women’s collective enterprises (WCEs), across sectors, enabling them to become viable, to innovate and to scale. Over 25+ years, we have promoted 100+ women’s cooperatives, reaching 300,000 informal women workers.

Founded by Ela Bhatt in 1972, the Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) works to empower poor women in India’s informal economy by equipping them with the personal confidence, community support, and practical tools necessary to fulfil their needs and exercise their rights. With over 2 million active members across 18 states, SEWA is a nationwide movement, comprising several autonomous sister organizations in various fields of expertise.

Job Description

Research is an important component of the support system. The team works on action-based research projects, market research projects, and research for advocacy. The Research team works closely with the Managing-Director and Sr Research Associate(s) to develop and implement a strong research team strategy and vision within the larger vision of SEWA Cooperative Federation to enable women workers and their enterprises to achieve full employment and self-reliance.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a related field.
• Experience in the Cooperative Sector or Informal Women’s Collective Enterprises will be an advantage.
• Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Social work, Development Studies, Climate change, Economics, or related disciplines.
• Work Experience: 2 years of relevant experience in research, data analysis, strategy, or program support, preferably in a social impact or developmentfocused organization.
• Analytical Skills: Strong skills in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, data interpretation, and critical thinking. Strategic thinking mindset and a sound understanding of policy advocacy.
• Communication Skills: Ability to write clearly and concisely for diverse audiences; experience in creating reports, briefs, and presentations.
• Project Management: Proven experience in project proposal writing, project management, impact and outcome monitoring, budget planning and utilization, and reporting to partners.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience of working with tools KoboTool, XLSForm, Ms Excel, Google suite. Familiarity with Python, or data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is desirable.
• Teamwork & Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness for overnight field travel for up to 20 days each quarter.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with different teams while managing the full lifecycle of research and pilot projects.

Non-Negotiable:

• Willing to work on full time basis with physical presence in office.
• An interest in working and engaging with informal women workers and exploring women’s cooperatives as a pathway for empowerment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English, and in any other Indian Language.
• Willingness to immerse oneself in Gujarati culture, and also learn the language. Working knowledge of Gujarati will be a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to consolidate and simplify technical information, and put together presentations and infographics.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and report writing.

Interested candidates can email their CV to hr@sewafederation.org with the job title as the subject line. The file name for the CV should follow this format: Job Title Applicant First Name. Women candidates will be preferred for all positions.

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