Explore Careers at the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI)

OPHI is an international community of academics, policy experts and professional staff working towards global poverty reduction guided by robust measurement. OPHI is made up of a small but committed team. OPHI can offer a supportive, collegial, meaningful and international work environment as a part of the Oxford Department of International Development and the University of Oxford. The Oxford Department of International Development holds a Departmental Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of its efforts to introduce organisational and cultural practices that promote gender equality and create a better working environment for both men and women. 

We are eager to receive applications from a diverse pool of candidates..

The Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) offers careers that focus on addressing multidimensional poverty and promoting human development through research, policy engagement, and advocacy.

Here are some typical career paths and opportunities within OPHI:

1. Research Positions: OPHI conducts extensive research on multidimensional poverty measurement, analysis, and policy implications. Research positions could involve working on data collection, statistical analysis, and the development of new methodologies to measure poverty beyond income.
2. Policy and Advocacy Roles: OPHI engages with policymakers, international organizations, and NGOs to influence policies aimed at reducing poverty and promoting human development. Careers in this area involve translating research findings into actionable policy recommendations and advocating for policy change.
3. Project Management: OPHI often undertakes projects in collaboration with various stakeholders across the globe. Project management roles involve overseeing the implementation of these projects, coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring project goals are met.
4. Communications and Outreach: Careers in communications and outreach at OPHI focus on disseminating research findings, raising awareness about multidimensional poverty, and engaging with the public through various channels such as publications, social media, and events.
5. Academic Collaborations: OPHI collaborates closely with academic institutions worldwide. Careers in this area may involve fostering academic partnerships, organizing conferences and workshops, and supporting academic research on poverty and human development.
6. Capacity Building: OPHI also contributes to building capacity in multidimensional poverty analysis globally. Careers in capacity building may involve training researchers, policymakers, and practitioners on multidimensional poverty measurement and analysis techniques.

To explore current job openings and career opportunities at OPHI, you can visit their official website or check their listings on academic and professional job boards. Additionally, following OPHI’s social media channels and subscribing to their newsletters can keep you updated on new vacancies and opportunities to engage with their work.

Current Vacancies

Researcher – Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI)

Senior Research Officer, Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI)

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