Research Assistants

3 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom Global Canopy Full time

Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit that targets the market forces destroying nature. We do this by improving transparency and accountability. We provide innovative open-access data, clear metrics, and actionable insights to leading companies, financial institutions, governments and campaigning organisations worldwide.
A growing number of companies and financial institutions are seeking to mitigate their impacts on nature. But many have made commitments that are not being met, and others are failing to take any action at all. Through our Corporate Performance work and Forest 500 project, we assess the policies and performance of influential companies and financial institutions. Our newly launched Deforestation Action Tracker monitors financial institutions with significant climate commitments to track their action on deforestation and associated human rights abuses.
The Corporate Performance team is looking for 5 Research Assistants for 2 x 6 month and 3 x 4 month fixed term contracts to help deliver its annual assessments cycle across Forest 500 and Deforestation Action Tracker initiatives. The Research Assistants will play a key role in the 2023 assessments and it is a great opportunity for those looking to start their career in the environmental sector.
**Requirements**:
**To be successful in this role, these are the things that will matter the most**:

- Analytical skills and a keen eye for detail
- Ability to communicate effectively
- A strong drive to contribute to our mission, and a passion for sustainability

**Essential behavioural competencies**:

- Positive and proactive
- Flexible team player
- Able to prioritise work effectively

**Skills and experience**:
Essential
- Data management and analytical skills
- Ability to problem solve and identify opportunities for improvement in existing systems, research approaches, and ways of working
- Knowledge of relevant IT packages including everyday office suites
- Experience of working well as part of a team
- Experience of desk-based research
- Experience with large, complex data sets

Desirable
- Experience of using a methodology to analyse qualitative data
- Knowledge of deforestation, supply chains, or ESG
- Ability to communicate complex ideas to non-expert audiences - both in writing and in person

To find out more, download the recruitment pack or visit our website.
**Benefits**
Salary
£23,000 per annum, full time equivalent
This role sits within Band F on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.
Nature of contract
Base
At least two days a week in Global Canopy’s office in central Oxford; but with flexible home-working arrangements in place.
Holidays
36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year (prorated for part year)
Pension
Employer pension contribution of 5%.
Healthcare cashback plan
Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more - for you and any children.
Employee Assistance Programme
Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters.
Other
Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more.

**Salary**: £23,000.00 per year


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