Associate Researcher for the IGES Kitakyushu Urban Centre

IGES KUC is seeking an Associate Researcher to join the team which will be managing this new programme. The main responsibilities of this staff are:
(1) Assist the programme manager in the implementation and overall management of the programmefs activities, including:

Coordination and communication work with a wide range of stakeholders from ASEAN, national and local governments, as well as international organisations;
Managing logistical matters for the organising of events such as consultative meetings, workshops and seminars under the programme;
Conducting basic policy-oriented research for the development of programme-related outputs
Maintenance of the programmefs database and website
Drafting and editing of programme-related reports, communication materials and publications

(2) Contribute to the KUC's other research and activities when necessary

- Should have a minimum Masters Degree, or equivalent, in environmental studies, development economics, political science, social sciences or other related or relevant field;
- Knowledge of economic, social and development issues in Asian countries;
- At least 2 years' work experience at a research institute, university, think-tank, governmental agency, private company or international organisations;
- Knowledge of or familiarity with sustainable urban development issues and familiarity with governance processes and mechanisms of ASEAN, national governments and local governments is desirable;
- Strong communication skills with excellent level of written and spoken English, ability to make oral presentations and write publishable reports;
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint are required, while skills in website development and image editing software, such as Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop, are an added advantage;
- Nationals of ASEAN member states with proficiency in Asian languages, as well as in Japanese, is an added advantage;
- Ability to take own initiatives, and work towards concrete targets;
- Ability to plan work-related tasks well and to meet strict deadlines; and
- Ability to work independently as well as in a multi-cultural team.
- The applicant should be willing and able to travel frequently to ASEAN countries.

Please visit our website at http://www.iges.or.jp/en/news/saiyo/201104kuc3/index.html for more details.