Laterite is a data, research and technical advisory firm that helps clients understand and analyse complex development challenges.
We define ourselves by our ability to embrace and deploy innovative research technologies and methodologies. We use an anti-disciplinary approach, borrowing methods not only from econometrics but other fields as well. Incorporating these latest innovations in our project work and introducing them to our clients motivates us. We strive to play an active role in transforming development research, to make it more rigorous and impactful.
Key Responsibilities
At Laterite, we tend to work simultaneously on a variety of short term to medium term research projects. As a Data Quality Intern, based in our Kigali, Kampala, or Nairobi office, you will be assigned to one such project that will provide you with hands-on experience and a chance for the practical application of the tools and techniques you acquired at University.
You will support one (or more) of Laterite’s data collection, research, or program evaluation projects. This might include conducting or assisting with:
- Survey coding using SurveyCTO
- Monitoring incoming data for quality assurance
- Cleaning data using STATA
Profile
- Our ideal candidate is a recent graduate or a final year bachelor’s degree student.
Requirements:
- A completed or ongoing (final year) bachelor’s degree in Economics, Applied Economics,
- Statistics, Data Science, or a related field
- Basic proficiency in Stata
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
In addition, we welcome:
- Experience working with at least one ODK-based platform (such as SurveyCTO, ODK,
- COMM Care) is an added advantage
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and drive to flourish in a
- fast-paced environment, where timelines can often be unpredictable
- Knowledge of R and/or Python
Additional information
- This internship opportunity is offered as a paid internship. The internship will be for an initial 3-
- month period that could be extended to 6 months dependent upon performance and Laterite’s
- needs. The successful candidate will start in June 2022.
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