Migration Researcher at Bodhi Global Analysis

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Researcher to join our team and lead migration-related research and evaluations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in migration policy and programming, and a commitment to producing rigorous, impactful research.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct research on migration trends, policies, and their socio-economic impact.
• Lead and contribute to evaluations of migration-related programmes.
• Examine the intersection of migration with gender, disability, climate change, and economic development.
• Engage with policymakers, humanitarian actors, and affected communities to produce actionable recommendations.
• Travel occasionally to fragile and conflict-affected areas to support research activities.

This is a full-time position with a three-month probationary period.

This Role is Ideal for You If You:

• Are passionate about migration research and want to contribute to evidence-based solutions in international development.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality research and reports.
• Are proactive, organised, and able to anticipate challenges while proposing solutions.
• Have experience working on migration policy, displacement, or humanitarian programming.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Research

• Lead research projects on migration, forced displacement, and related themes.
• Conduct policy and literature reviews, synthesising insights to inform migration-focused strategies.
• Design and implement research methodologies, ensuring ethical and participatory approaches.
• Collect and analyse data from primary and secondary sources, applying both qualitative and quantitative techniques.
• Produce reports, articles, and briefing papers for clients and wider sector knowledge-sharing.

Project Development

• Support the development of migration-focused research projects and funding proposals.
• Identify emerging issues and research gaps to inform future project directions.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD or Masters degree in Migration Studies, Development Studies, International Relations, or a related field.
• 4–7 years of experience conducting migration research.
• Expertise in forced migration, displacement, or migration governance.
• Knowledge of gender-sensitive and participatory research methodologies.
• Experience working with refugee populations, host communities, or displaced groups is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English and one of the following: Arabic, Spanish, or French 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Core Competencies

• Research excellence: Ability to critically analyse migration policies, trends, and programme effectiveness.
• Policy understanding: Knowledge of global migration frameworks (e.g., Global Compact for Migration, refugee conventions).
• Analytical skills: Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methods is desirable.