About COAR

COAR is an independent organization that supports humanitarian, peacebuilding, and development interventions in complex, fragile, and high-risk environments.

Objectives

Support the production of high-quality research (including short-form reporting and thematic research) on political, economic, social, conflict, and humanitarian dynamics in Myanmar;
Assist in identifying and analyzing key stakeholders, systems, and trends relevant to project objectives;
Contribute to meeting client research needs by producing accurate and timely analytical outputs;
Deliverables

Contribute to the production of research products, including conflict analysis, area profiles, periodic reports, and thematic studies;
Conduct desk research and support data collection efforts, including compiling and organizing qualitative and quantitative information;
Assist in identifying relevant political, economic, social, and humanitarian dynamics and stakeholders;
Support drafting and editing of analytical reports to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency;
Follow internal processes to support Information Management, Data Visualization, Mapping, and Graphic Design requests;
Assist in responding to internal and client information requests, as needed.
Activities

Support Lead Analyst, Sectoral Experts, and senior team members in implementing research activities and methodologies;
Conduct literature reviews, background research, and data analysis;
Assist in maintaining data quality, organization, and documentation;
Apply “Do No Harm” principles in all research activities, including respecting confidentiality and informed consent;
Support data protection practices, including proper handling of sensitive information;
Participate in team meetings, briefings, and internal knowledge-sharing activities;
Contribute to the development of research tools (e.g., surveys) under supervision;
Assist in ensuring outputs meet COAR’s quality standards and deadlines.
Qualifications and Experience

Essential

Two (2) to three (3) years of relevant professional experience in research, analysis, humanitarian programming, or related fields;
Academic or practical exposure to fragile, conflict-affected, or humanitarian contexts;
Strong research and analytical skills, including desk-based research;
Fluent in English; proficiency in Burmese or other Myanmar language preferred;
Experience in Myanmar and/or knowledge of the Myanmar context;
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Development Studies, Economics, Conflict Studies, or a related discipline;
Strong writing and communication skills;
Attention to detail and ability to work with structured guidance;
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Desirable

Familiarity with humanitarian or development actors and frameworks;
Experience with data visualization or research tools;

Please send your resume/CV