Quantitative Researcher at Learning Innovation and Knowledge Internship

Are you ready to fight for equality? Join us in addressing the roots of inequality alongside colleagues, partner organizations, and activists in over 90 countries. Together, we can change the systems that hold us back.

Oxfam Novib stands behind the people who stand up for equality. Together, we fight for a world where everyone has equal opportunities, regardless of religion, ethnicity, sex, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. A world where everyone feels safe; where income gaps are shrinking instead of growing, where climate change is tackled firmly.

We also prioritize sustainability in our daily practices. That’s why we offer a variety of delicious vegetarian and vegan food options, along with oat milk coffee, so everyone can enjoy tasty, eco-friendly choices.

Diversity is at the heart of our mission! We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, so we encourage everyone interested to apply. Let’s create a welcoming environment where all voices are celebrated!

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Quantitative Researcher at Learning Innovation and Knowledge
The Learning, Innovation and Knowledge (LINK) Unit is a specialty unit housed in the Programs Department, which consists of seven goal units and two expertise units, of which LINK is one. The purpose of the Programs Department is to achieve impact by shaping policies, designing thematic strategies, supporting, managing and implementing our programs/projects and global, regional and national level campaigns that help further our 10-year vision (Manifesto 2030) of an inclusive (Equal), secure (Safe), equitable (Fair) and sustainable (Green) world in an efficient and effective manner.

The LINK unit’s supports, connects and collaborates with colleagues and partners to ensure that impactful multi-country programs are informed by sound research methodologies, monitoring and evidence of progress towards objectives, as well as lessons learnt on what works for our Equal, Green, Fair and Safe goals. This is achieved within and beyond the Oxfam confederation through the four LINK sub teams - Research, Monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL), Innovation, and Learning and Knowledge.

The Research sub team is made up of a diverse group of enthusiastic quantitative and qualitative researchers. Their work aims at 1) understanding effectiveness and impact of programmes to show Oxfam Novib’s contribution to social change; 2) identifying opportunities for positive change; 3) contributing to the strategic and organizational direction for Oxfam Novib and 4) contributing to accessibility and dissemination of knowledge.

This internship will be hosted within the research team, to engage with ongoing projects around activism, engagement with the Dutch public, fair finance, and other topics. There will be ample opportunity to learn new skills, and engage with a diverse, feminist and passionate group of action researchers.

Key tasks

• Construct online surveys (configuring questions, options, layout, for effective data collection), importing and exporting data.
• Conduct initial coding and thematic analysis using MAXQDA to extract and organize key insights from qualitative data.
• Support in accurate annotation and data collection during focus groups or interviews.
• Conduct literature/desk reviews and summarize key findings on topics such as activism, campaigning, fair financing, and other interesting topics.
• Assist with preparing and formatting relevant communications material such as reports, and presentations.

Who are we looking for?

• Currently a Masters’ degree student in a relevant study. Students in social science or data science are encouraged.
• Very good command of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Power Point, Excel and Word), and ideally software related to data analysis (e.g., Python, MaxQDA).
• Experience with cleaning and organizing quantitative data and conducting descriptive and/or inferential statistical analysis.
• Excellent written & spoken English skills. Knowledge of other languages such French or Arabic is welcome.
• Strong cultural sensitivity and gender awareness.
• Organized, punctual, and attentive to detail.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants to the internships at Oxfam Novib must meet the following requirements:

• Be a student of 18 years or older
• Be enrolled at a Dutch educational institution (first level university degree, higher schools (HBO) or other) for the whole duration of the internship,
• This internship is formulated as work experience to develop an understanding of career objectives. Not meant to be a thesis internship
• Have the legal right to live and work in The Netherlands or be prepared to obtain the right to follow an internship as part of their study in the Dutch educational institution. A three-partite internship agreement (between Oxfam Novib, the educational institution and the student) will be signed to that effect.
• Have less than 3 years of relevant full-time work experience.
• Not having been in employment with Oxfam Novib previously.

Our offer
An intern in Oxfam Novib is offered an internship contract for the duration of the internship and a monthly allowance based on €450,- per month on a basis of a 36-hour work week, pro-rata in case of less hours.

The intern is expected to have a student OV card; however, if not applicable, a reimbursement of commuting costs will be offered.

Oxfam Novib works on hybrid basis – partly from office, partly from home. Interns are expected to be on-site in The Hague at least two days a week, with remote work flexibility.

During the internship, the intern is supervised, overarching by the [insert role of manager] and daily/weekly by a designated colleague/buddy. The period of this internship takes place between February and June 2025 (approximately a period of 5 months).

Working at Oxfam Novib

All our work is guided by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

At Oxfam Novib, we work according to the Feminist Principles - Oxfam Policy & Practice.

Oxfam Novib is based on the power of difference. That is why we aim to attract a diverse mix of talented people who share our standards, values, and principles, and who are committed to prevent and eliminate any type of misconduct.

We have an active policy against sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, any form of abuse of power or lack of integrity and financial misconduct. This subject will be covered in our application and selection process.

We will ask the chosen candidate to provide a contact for a character reference (it could be from the university/higher educational institution or other sources)

Additional information

Do you believe that this is the internship you are looking for? Then we would love to receive your application! Please note that only applications received before the closing date Saturday 30 November 2024 and submitted via our application portal will be taken into consideration.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact Pia Zeinoun, pia.zeinoun@oxfamnovib.nl