Research Officer (SOG/ST 5)

Organisation
Department of Correctional Services
Reference
VAC-54546
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Government & Public Sector
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$3,501,526 - $4,709,163 per annum
Date Posted
30/10/2024
Expiry Date
22/11/2024
The incumbent is responsible for informing and supporting corporate planning, performance management and evaluation processes of the Department by providing relevant research and maintaining robust databases.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical/Professional Responsibilities: 

  • Prepares an annual research work plan in keeping with the main policy priorities, objectives and goals of the Department. 
  • Conducts research assignments in collaboration with the department as well as external bodies as is necessary. 
  • Researches and identifies data and relevant information that best meet the needs of key stakeholders. 
  • Uses appropriate research methodology to collect and analyse data and qualitative information on the subjects within the Department. 
  • Designs and implements data collection schedules including the frequency of data collection to provide timely, relevant information for planning and decision making. 
  • Compiles analyses and interprets research findings and prepares reports with stated conclusions to facilitate planning and decision-making. 
  • Prepares timely reports on research undertaken and comments and recommendations on selected material for the guidance of policy direction. 
  • Identifies data and information needs and makes contact with the appropriate sources to enable collection; 
  • Determines the frequency of data collection; 
  • Reviews official publications, periodicals and magazines to determine whether current research is being undertaken on subjects relevant to the Department. 
  • Prepares special papers required for presentation at local seminars and conferences;
  • Assists with the evaluation of the activities of the Department; 
  • Undertakes specific research projects assigned by the Director ensuring compliance with DCS term of reference, MNS guidelines and scientific standards; 
  • Conducts data collection activities relevant to research projects and assignments and develop a clearly defined terms of reference for data collection and analysis; 
  • Keeps abreast of current local and international research findings; 
  • Develops and maintains relevant electronic databases in collaboration with the Management Information Systems Unit; 
  • Liaises and builds links with research organisations involved in similar activities at the national, regional and international levels;

Human Resource Management Responsibilities: 

  • Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals and recommends and/or initiates corrective action where necessary to improve performance and/or attaining established personal and/or organizational goals. 
  • Participates in the recruitment of staff for the Division and recommends transfer, promotion, termination and leave, in accordance with established human resource policies and procedures. 
  • Provides leadership and guidance to direct reports through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring and coaching. 
  • Ensures the welfare and developmental needs of staff are clearly identified and addressed.
  • Establishes and maintains an environment that fosters a culture of team work, employee empowerment and commitment to the unit and the organization goals. 

Other Responsibilities: 

  • The incumbent may, from time to time, be assigned duties not specifically outlined within the job description but are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from a person occupying this position. 

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to conceptualise research issues quickly, be analytically insightful and effectively communicate results in a logical, efficient and timely manner; 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, SPSS and Power Point; 
  • Experience in survey design, survey sampling techniques, questionnaire design, data quality control, data analysis, and writing/publishing reports 
  • Experience in conducting surveys; 
  • Excellent analytical skills 

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Under-graduate degree in Sociology, Economics, Statistics, Research or a closely related field; 
  • Understanding and practical experience of international conventions, legislative and regulatory development, research and evidence-based policy formulation; 
  • At least three (3) years related experience at a technical/professional level. 

 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

  • Required to visit institutions to conduct research with inmates and wards. 

 

 

 

 

The Department of Correctional Services thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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