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Overview

National and International Call for 01 Post-Doctoral Scholarship (PD) in the Area of Public Policies in Rural Settlements of the National Agrarian Reform Program (PNRA).

Postdoctoral (PD) Fellowship Opportunity This fellowship is linked to the research project titled “Improvement of the monitoring and evaluation system of the National Agrarian Reform Program\'s Installation Credit Policy” (process 2024/14958-6). The project is coordinated by Professor Dr. Joelson Gonçalves de Carvalho and funded by the Public Policy Research Program (PPPP) of the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP).

Project description

The project aims to improve the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system of the Installation Credit Policy for beneficiaries of PNRA, a policy financing basic goods, production systems, and income-generating projects for families in rural settlements, quilombola territories, and sustainable use conservation units. The postdoctoral fellow will participate in the co-production and execution of the research across five phases over three years to disseminate knowledge, adjust implementation processes, and improve the public policy under analysis.

Objectives and phases

Phase 1 – Planning and Initial Diagnosis: bibliographic research on public policy analysis (policy approach, analysis and policy cycle), document analysis of secondary data, and semi-structured interviews with INCRA managers.

Phase 2 – Data collection and analysis: gather and systematize quantitative and qualitative data on credits (especially Fomento Jovem), and interview farmers and technical staff from public administration or partner entities.

Phase 3 – Building and reviewing the M&E model: develop the monitoring and evaluation model, identify key criteria and indicators.

Phase 4 – Model validation: assess limits and potential for applying the model at the federal level, with meetings with INCRA HQ and SR-08.

Phase 5 – Normative instruction: assist in drafting the Normative Instruction regulating Monitoring and Evaluation within PNRA.

Objectives for candidates

• Consolidate conceptual and methodological bases for analysis of installation credit policy
• Develop data collection and analysis instruments, integrating quantitative and qualitative techniques
• Provide data for identifying main criteria and indicators
• Promote joint analysis with public managers, researchers, and PNRA beneficiary representatives
• Contribute to technical-scientific documents and reports
• Disseminate results via articles, scientific events, book chapters, and policy briefs

Methodology

The approach combines policy analysis and implementation contingency analysis, integrating quantitative and qualitative techniques. Quantitative methods include data organization in spreadsheets/databases, descriptive statistics, and statistical tests. Qualitative methods include interviews, field observations, transcription, coding, content analysis, and interpretation within the theoretical framework.

Mandatory requirements for candidates

• Degree in Economics and/or Social Sciences
• Doctoral Thesis on Rural Settlements of PNRA
• Research experience in Public Policy
• Research experience with Technological Development and Innovation for family farming
• Publications in indexed academic journals related to the theme
• 5+ years of experience in Technical Assistance and Rural Extension in PNRA settlements

Specific tasks

• Phase 1: Planning and Initial Diagnosis (months 01–06)
• Phase 2: Data Collection and Analysis (months 07–24)
• Phase 3: Building and Review of the M&E Model (months 24–30)
• Phase 4: M&E Model Validation (months 30–34)
• Phase 5: Preparation of the Normative Instruction (months 34–36)

Eligibility

PhDs from any teaching or research institution in Brazil or abroad who have obtained their PhD less than seven years ago and demonstrated outstanding performance are eligible. See FAPESP general criteria:

Registration

• Registration window: September 29, 2025 – October 13, 2025
• Apply by emailing with subject: (Application for the selection process for a PD scholarship in a PPPP/FAPESP project)
• Submit documents: Academic and professional memorial; supporting documents related to mandatory requirements in a single PDF

Selection process

• Two-stage process: Elimination (documentation review; results announced 15/10/2025) and Qualifying (interviews on 17/10/2025)
• Interviews will be virtual; in-person participation may be required for approval
• Interview access email announced on 16/10/2025
• Communications via the registration email
• Scholarship value: R$ 12,570.00 per month (effective from 01/08/2025) plus a 10% annual Technical Reserve
• If relocation is required, an installation allowance may be available

Timeline and start

• Registration: September 29–October 13, 2025
• First phase results: October 15, 2025
• Interviews: October 17, 2025
• Final results: October 20, 2025
• Start of activities: December 2025

Final results will be communicated by email. Selected candidates must register in the SAGE system for FAPESP review and approval; the scholarship becomes effective after FAPESP approval.

Notes: The description includes the seniority level and job category details that were part of the original listing, which may not be necessary for the PD fellowship description and have been omitted to maintain focus on the PD role and requirements.

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