Who We Are:

Busara is the leading behavioral science organization in the Global South, dedicated to applying behavioral science to help alleviate poverty globally. We achieve this through applied advisory work and our scientific and academic research.

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with offices and projects across the Global South, Busara also operates the largest behavioral science research lab in the world. Our team is driven by a commitment to leverage behavioral science to create real-world impact.

Role Purpose Statement:

Join a dynamic team of behavioral and experimental scientists with a focus on expanding our work in Latin America! As a Behavioral Analyst, you will be at the forefront of a regional effort focused on financial inclusion, gender-based violence (GBV), behavioral systemic analysis, and more. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of all aspects of project work, from research to implementation, and to shape the future of our presence in Latin America. You will collaborate closely with Busara’s leadership and contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects across Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and beyond.

Why should you apply?

Join an Experienced Team: Work with a team of seasoned behavioral and experimental scientists with over two years of experience working in Latin America. Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that address critical issues like financial inclusion, GBV, and migration, using behavioral science to drive change.

Field Research: Engage directly with communities and stakeholders, gathering insights that inform meaningful interventions.

Global Opportunities: Be part of a global organization with a strong presence across the Global South, offering opportunities for professional growth and cross-cultural learning.

Creative Problem Solving: Apply innovative and creative approaches to solve complex problems in challenging environments.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Support all aspects of behavioral research for clients, including conducting literature reviews, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and developing research instruments.
• Conduct field research, including interviews and data collection, in diverse environments.
• Design and test behavioral interventions, working closely with clients and end-users to co-create solutions.
• Prepare client deliverables such as reports, experimental designs, literature reviews, and presentations.
• Participate actively in client presentations, co-design sessions, and conferences.
• Assist in managing logistics for project activities, ensuring smooth operations in coordination with Busara’s Project Operations team.
• Work across multiple large-scale research and advisory projects simultaneously, supporting senior staff as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related fields.
• Fluency in English and native-level Spanish, with excellent writing skills in both languages.
• High level of self-motivation, with a proactive and adaptable approach to work.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Willingness to travel and work in the field, often in challenging or sensitive environments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work independently as well as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in Portuguese and/or French.
• Familiarity with randomized controlled trials and behavioral science.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as R, STATA, Python, or SAS.
• Prior experience in strategy consulting, user experience design, survey science, or human-centered design.
• Experience working on projects involving sensitive topics like GBV, migration, and other emotionally intense subjects.

As a Behavioral Science Analyst, you will tackle a wide array of impactful projects, including:

– Increasing vaccination rates through behavioral research and design in the Caribbean.

– Driving financial inclusion and adoption of new financial technologies across Latin America.

– Promoting healthy food choices and local produce consumption in the Caribbean.

– Understanding and reducing systemic barriers that affect victims of GBV in Guatemala.

– Enhancing GBV reporting mechanisms in multinational organizations.

– Addressing development and social issues affecting Latin America, such as migration, education, and public health.

Each project presents an opportunity to work on complex challenges with real-world implications, leveraging behavioral science and systemic analysis to create meaningful change.

This role is only open to applicants who have a pre-existing legal right to work in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, or remote with the ability to relocate for extended periods to Mexico City.

Data Privacy Statement

As part of Busara’s recruitment process, personal information provided by an applicant through various means will be collected and stored. This includes but is not limited to the information which the candidate provides to Busara in their application and profile, any data from role assessments, interviews information including video interviews and data provided to us by your referees. This data will be used to evaluate the application, communicate with the candidate, and where a candidate has selected this option, for future recruitment opportunities. All this information will be treated as part of each job application record and only retained for the required record retention period.

By choosing to apply for this position at Busara, you are giving Busara your consent to process your personal data as described above. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is secure.