Research Officer Vacancy at St. Lucia Employers Federation

The St. Lucia Employers’ Federation is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced person to fill the position of Research Officer with the organization. The Research Officer will be responsible for gathering, compiling analysis and management of information that would inform the work of the Federation. This entails primary and secondary research on issues of importance to its members and which can quantify the contribution that the Federation’s members make to economic development Duties and Responsibilities The Research Officer’s duties will include: Conduct desktop research, and using books, journals newspapers questionnaires, surveys, polls, and interviews to gather data. Assist other team members in the design of data gathering instruments. Play a lead role in the conduct of compensation/salary and other studies. Gather information on members’ needs. Conduct research on the impact of government policy and legislation on employers and investors. Assist the Executive Director in the preparation and submission of proposals to government on fiscal policy and other incentives that would benefit investors and employers. Analyze how the local and international environment impact the labour market and other conditions under which employers operate. Assist members in investigations which may require data gathering and analysis. Any other related duties as may be directed by Executive Director Qualifications, skills, and experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, or other relevant Social Science. At least three years relevant work experience Training in research methods Ability to conduct research and produce relevant reports Advanced knowledge in computer applications and MS office Suite Applications with detailed C.V. should be addressed to; The Executive Director St. Lucia Employers’ Federation P. O. Box 260 Castries LC04 101 Or emailed to ed@slefslu.org Deadline for receipt of Applications is Wednesday June 15th, 2022.