Delivery Associate

Overview

The Legal Aid Society (LAS) is dedicated to addressing injustices faced by women and children, focusing on combating sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), protecting children's rights, empowering women economically, and securing their rights within marriage. The Senior Research Associate will oversee the implementation of all research, monitoring, and evaluation components within LAS's Gender and Child Security Portfolio. This role requires expertise in gender-focused research methodologies, data analysis, policy evaluation, and impact assessment, ensuring that evidence-based insights inform programme strategies, advocacy, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities1. Research Design & Implementation

Develop and oversee research studies related to SGBV, child protection, women's economic empowerment, and marital rights, ensuring alignment with LAS's objectives.

Design qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, ensuring ethical and gender-sensitive approaches.

Lead field research, stakeholder consultations, and focus group discussions to collect primary data.

Supervise research associates and data collection teams to ensure high-quality and accurate data collection.

Develop research proposals, concept notes, and grant applications for gender-related studies.

2. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Design and implement monitoring frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of LAS's gender programmes.

Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and measurement tools for tracking progress on gender-related interventions.

Analyze trends, gaps, and challenges in programme implementation, providing data-driven recommendations for improvements.

3. Policy & Data Analysis

Conduct in-depth policy analysis on gender justice laws, SGBV legislation, and institutional responses.

Review and synthesize secondary data, including legal frameworks, government reports, and international best practices.

Draft research reports, policy briefs, and advocacy materials based on evidence from M&E findings.

Provide technical support to stakeholders, including government agencies, on data-driven policymaking.

4. Knowledge Management & Reporting

Ensure proper documentation and dissemination of research findings for internal and external stakeholders.

Develop annual research plans aligned with LAS's strategic goals.

Lead the preparation of donor reports, impact assessments, and research publications.

Maintain research databases and ensure data integrity, security, and ethical compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Gender Studies, Sociology, Law, Development Studies, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience in research, M&E, policy analysis, and gender-focused programme implementation.

Proven experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative research related to SGBV, child protection, or women's rights.

Prior experience working with government institutions, UN agencies, donors, and civil society organizations.

Expertise in report writing, policy brief development, and academic publications.

Skills:

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate research into policy recommendations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Urdu; proficiency in Sindhi is an asset.

Demonstrated ability to manage teams, lead research projects, and work under tight deadlines.

Strong stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and negotiation skills.

Knowledge of gender-sensitive and survivor-centered approaches in research and programming.

EEO Statement

Integrated into our shared values is LAS's commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of sex, age, race, colour, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics or conduct protected by law. LAS is committed to being an inclusive organization where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at LAS has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a diverse environment.

Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

Legal Aid Society (LAS) is committed to the prevention and protection from all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA). LAS explicitly prohibits its staff, associates, partners, consultants, or any other representatives associated with the delivery of its work from:

• Engaging in any form of sexual exploitation or abuse;
• Sexual activity with children (persons below the age of (18) irrespective of a mistaken belief of the age of the child which shall not amount to a defense);
• Exchange of money, employment, goods or services for sex, including sexual favors or other forms of humiliating, degrading or exploitative behavior, is prohibited. This includes any exchange of assistance that is due to beneficiaries of assistance;
• Sexual relationships between LAS staff and beneficiaries of assistance, since they are based on inherently unequal power dynamics, undermine the credibility and integrity of the work of LAS and are strongly discouraged.

Application Process

Interested candidates may apply online latest by 18th April 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for tests & interviews.

The organization reserves the right to reject any or all applications.

For further information please visit: www.las.org.pk or email us at hr@las.org.pk

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