Assessment Officer
Published | September 19, 2025 |
Location | Yangon, Myanmar |
Category | Management |
Job Type | Full Time |
Description
We are currently looking for an Assessment Officer to support our team in Myanmar.
FUNCTIONS
Under the line management of the REACH Research Manager, the Assessment Officer will be supporting on the implementation of assessments, including research design, preparation, data collection, analysis, output drafting, dissemination and evaluation stages. He/she is also responsible for related logistics, partner coordination, reporting and finance requirements and will be required to provide input to the strategic development of IMPACT in Myanmar.
The Assessment Officer will play a leading role in the design and implementation of a food security and nutrition monitoring system in Myanmar. The system will triangulate multiple data sources - including secondary data, key informant interviews, direct observations, and household surveys - to monitor trends, detect early warning signs, and inform timely, needs-based programming.
The Assessment Officer will manage all stages of the research cycle, from design and methodology through to output drafting and dissemination. This includes close collaboration with REACH’s Data and Partnerships teams to ensure good planning, high-quality data, and relevant outputs.
The position requires a strong background in humanitarian assessments (preferably with food security and nutrition component), analytical thinking, and stakeholder engagement. The Assessment Officer will report to the REACH Research Manager (Yangon-based) and will be hosted by ACTED for all administrative, logistical, and security matters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assessment Officer will be responsible for the following:
Research DESIGN
Lead on the development of research cycle methodology, developing project TORs in line with partners’ and IMPACT’s requirements and principles;
Develop and validate tools for household and key informant data collection;
Coordinate with external stakeholder for feedback on research tools and sampling strategy;
Ensure field testing of tools and sampling to ensure robustness of approach prior to data collection
Identify and monitor availability of secondary data sources that can inform the monitoring system.
RESEARCH IMPLEMENTATION
Develop training materials and support the Partnerships team in training enumerators.
Oversee data collection (in-person and remote), ensuring daily quality checks.
Ensure adherence to data protection standards and ethical protocols.
DATA CLEANING AND ANALYSIS
Oversee data cleaning in collaboration with the Data and Partnerships teams;
Provide support to the data team for quantitative analysis;
Plan and conduct structure reviews of secondary data
DRAFTING OF RESEARCH PRODUCTS
Lead on drafting the relevant outputs (factsheets, presentations).
Present research findings to relevant stakeholders (humanitarian actors, clusters)
Maintain regular communication with country management and IMPACT HQ on progress and deadlines for written products;
Work with the Research Manager and CC on dissemination strategy.
EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT
Under supervision of the Research Manager, maintain active engagement with relevant stakeholders (FS, Nutrition Clusters, regional ICCG)
Support partners and external stakeholders in interpreting and using the finginds
Ensure partner involvement at each stage of the research cycle.
Knowledge sharing and learning processes
Document lessons learned and best practices.
Support internal and external learning sessions with partners and other actors.
Propose adjustments to improve the monitoring system over time.
Data Confidentiality and Protection
The Assessment Officer will maintain the strictest confidentiality on all data collected and related processes, ensuring full compliance with IMPACT’s data protection policy and SOPs. He/she will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of any information and data belonging to IMPACT and its partners, or collected during his/her assignment with IMPACT.
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master degree in relevant discipline;
At least 2 years of relevant working experience in humanitarian or development settings;
Experience with food security or nutrition assessments, and/or background in food security and nutrition is a strong asset.
Strong skills in quantitative methods; experience with mixed methods desirable.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with InDesign highly desirable.
Knowledge of statistical software (R, STATA, or SPSS) is an asset.
Communication and soft skills:
Excellent communication, presentation, and report writing skills in English.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
High attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to effectively communicate with other team members, including in a remote set-up;
Experience in geographical region Past experience in Myanmar or the South-east Asia region is desirable;
Language skills Fluency in English required, competency in Burmese or other Myanmar language is an asset.
Please send your resume/CV