Research Coordinator
Quick answer
UNFPA Solomon Islands is seeking a Research Coordinator to manage the coordination, monitoring, and reporting of a national study on women’s well-being in Honiara, Solomon Islands. The role involves working with government partners, civil society organizations, and technical experts.
- Role
- Research Coordinator
- Organization
- UNFPA Solomon Islands
- Location
- Honiara, Solomon Islands (with a seating space provided by UNFPA within the Honiara office)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Research Coordinator will work closely with national partners (MWYCFA and SINSO), civil society organizations, and technical experts to facilitate the day-to-day coordination, management, monitoring, and reporting of a national study on women’s well-being.
What you'll do
- Strategic Coordination and Governance Support
- Operations, Documentation, and Project Management
- Fieldwork Supervision and Quality Control
- Dissemination, Knowledge Management, and Advocacy
What it takes
- Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Sociology, Public Health, Demography, Statistics, International Development, or a closely related social science field
- Minimum of five years of professional experience in project management, research coordination, or social program implementation
- Deep familiarity with the Solomon Islands Government context and established working relationships with key ministries
- Prior experience working within the UN system, particularly with UNFPA’s procedures
- Substantive knowledge and technical understanding of gender-based violence (GBV) and ethical/safety sensitivities surrounding population-based social surveys
- Superb organizational skills and ability to manage complex project documentation
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Honiara, Solomon Islands with a seating space provided by UNFPA within the Honiara office.
What is the compensation for this role?
Compensation will be on a monthly schedule after submission and acceptance of monthly reports. However, specific details are not specified.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Sociology, Public Health, Demography, Statistics, International Development, or a closely related social science field with at least five years of professional experience in project management, research coordination, or social program implementation.
How can I apply for this position?
Applications should be submitted by December 31. For more information on the application process and requirements, please visit the UNFPA Solomon Islands website.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA Solomon Islands's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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