Research Assistant – Office of the Minister of State for Administrative Reform

About the role

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Office of the Minister of State for Administrative Reform (OMSAR) in Beirut. The position contributes to the Integrity In ACTion Project, which aims to strengthen anti‑corruption mechanisms and improve public sector accountability in Lebanon.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and analysis related to the National Anti‑Corruption Strategy and its implementation.
• Prepare briefing notes, policy briefs, and draft reports for senior officials and project partners.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating institutional capacities and coordination mechanisms.
• Support the preparation of workshop materials and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Maintain organized documentation and databases for project outputs.

Required profile

• University degree in political science, public administration, law, economics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in research, policy analysis, or consultancy within the public sector.
• Familiarity with anti‑corruption frameworks, governance reforms, or public‑sector risk management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Ability to work on‑site in Beirut for the four‑month consultancy period.

Required skills