Qualitative & Quantitative Research Trainer

Project: Jordan Youth Policy Lab: Empowering Young Voices for National Change. 
Implemented by: Politics and Society Institute (PSI). 

1. Background 

The Politics and Society Institute (PSI) is implementing the Jordan Youth Policy Lab, which aims to employ a structured, phased, and participatory intervention model that moves young Jordanians through a deliberate journey, from capacity building, through community-based research and policy co-creation, to direct engagement with decision-makers. The intervention is designed not merely as a training programme, but as a full policy cycle experience where youth learn by doing, produce real outputs, and engage with real stakeholders. 

As part of the project, PSI seeks to engage a qualified trainer to support this assignment and contributes directly to the following project outputs: 

• Outcome 1: Enhanced Youth Capacity in Public Policy and Advocacy: Young participants demonstrate improved knowledge, skills, and confidence in policy analysis, participatory research, advocacy, and civic engagement. 

• Outcome 2: Evidence-Based Policy Recommendations Co-Created by Youth: Youth participants generate and validate policy recommendations based on community research and stakeholder engagement across multiple governorates. 

• Outcome 3: Strengthened Dialogue Between Youth and Decision-Makers: 

Structured engagement opportunities enable youth to present policy recommendations and interact directly with policymakers and other relevant stakeholders. 

• Outcome 4: A Replicable Model for Youth-Led Policy Engagement: 

The project’s methodology, tools, lessons learned, and results are documented and disseminated to support future replication and adaptation. 

The trainer will work under the direct supervision of the PSI project team and will coordinate closely with the relevant project staff responsible for implementing the project activities. 

2. Purpose of the Assignment 

This phase establishes the foundational knowledge and skills that participants will apply throughout the remainder of the programme, which will combine both theoretical and practical components with the aim of equipping participants with the practical tools necessary to develop evidence-based policies, rather than merely acquiring theoretical knowledge.  

3. Scope of Work 

The trainer will develop and finalize comprehensive, interactive training materials covering the following topic: (Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methodology, Studies Design, Data Analysis).  

The trainers must employ interactive and experiential learning methodologies including 

• Case studies from Jordanian and regional policy contexts. 

• Role-playing and simulation exercises. 

• Group discussions and peer learning activities. 

• Guest lectures from policy experts, government officials, and civil society leaders. 

4. Key Responsibilities 

The Trainer shall be responsible for: 

• Designing, finalizing materials and handouts and delivering of a two-day comprehensive and interactive training programme on qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, study design, and data analysis. 

• Equipping participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to design and conduct policy-oriented research. 

• Training participants on research problem identification, research questions formulation, and selection of appropriate research methods. 

• Introducing participants to qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques, including surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and observation methods. 

• Guiding participants in designing research tools and data collection instruments aligned with project objectives. 

• Building participants’ capacities in data management, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of findings. 

• Facilitating practical exercises, case studies, and group assignments that enable participants to apply research methodologies to real policy and community issues. 

• Providing technical guidance and feedback to participants throughout the training process. 

• Ensuring the training adopts participatory, experiential, and youth-centered learning approaches. 

• Submit all training materials and final outputs to PSI. 

• Ensuring that training delivery is inclusive, youth-friendly, participatory, and aligned with PSI’s standards and project objectives. 

5. Expected Deliverables 

• Participants demonstrate a solid understanding of qualitative & quantitative research methodology, studies design, data Analysis. 

• Participants can identify research problems, analyze their root causes, assess stakeholders, and evaluate policy alternatives using evidence-based approaches. 

• Participants acquire practical skills in collecting, analyzing, and utilizing qualitative and quantitative data to support policy development. 

• Participants acquire practical skills in collecting, analyzing, and utilizing qualitative and quantitative data to support policy development. 

• Participants successfully apply qualitative and quantitative research tools through case studies, simulations, group work, and field-based learning activities. 

6. Duration of the Assignment 

The assignment will cover training to support 24 participants between August and September 2026. 

7. Required Qualifications and Experience 

The ideal candidate should have: 

• A university degree in political science, public administration, social sciences, youth work, education, or any related field. 

• At least 7-10 years of relevant professional and training experience in the proposed subject area. 

• Previous experience delivering capacity-building programs, training courses, workshops, activities related to the assigned topic. 

• Proven experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. 

• Demonstrated ability to design research studies, surveys, and data collection tools. 

• Experience in data analysis, interpretation, and presentation of research findings. 

• Strong knowledge of research ethics, evidence generation, and applied social research practices. 

• Strong understanding of governance, public institutions, and policy development frameworks. 

• Good understanding of political participation, civic engagement, and youth involvement. 

• Proven experience in training, facilitating using learning by doing approach. 

• Experience in working with youth groups or civil society initiatives. 

• Strong communication, facilitation, and coaching skills. 

• Strong writing skills in Arabic; English is an asset. 

8. Application Requirements 

Interested candidates are invited to submit: 

• Updated CV 

• Cover letter 

• Technical & Financial Offer 

9. Note 

Only complete applications containing all required documents (Updated CV, Cover Letter, and Technical & Financial Offer) will be considered. Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application no later than August 8, 2026, by sending the required documents to “ [email protected] “. Please indicate “Youth Policy Lab – Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methodology Trainer” in the subject line of your email. 

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