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Manager, Research and Learning job at BRAC International
Posted by: ugashare-Volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Jan-20
Location: Uganda
Vacancy title:
Manager, Research and Learning [ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Management ]
Jobs at: BRAC International
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, January 31 2025 Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Uganda, East Africa
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JOB DETAILS:
BRAC International (BI) is seeking a Manager, Research and Learning who is aligned with it’s ethos of working in partnership with communities to create impact for scale. The Manager will be responsible for supporting BRAC International’s Learning & Effectives portfolio. Responsibilities generally fall into three categories: i) Leading the development of small-scale, internally resourced research studies and monitoring activities, ii) Supporting the recruitment and supervision of external research partners tasked with conducting rigorous evaluations of BRAC International’s programs, and 3) Supporting the creation and dissemination of knowledge products. S/he will also ensure that the core values and mission of BI are upheld, promoted, followed, and applied across Learning & Effectiveness team at BRAC International.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft research plans/ protocols of research studies
• Submit IRB applications independently or in collaboration with external research partners.
• Conduct desk research and draft literature reviews relevant to BRAC International’s work (e.g., youth empowerment, early childhood development, sustainable livelihoods, among others)
• Drive the development of programme-specific learning agendas
• Collaborate on the recruitment of external research partners (e.g., drafting and disseminating requests for proposals, screening applications)
• Organise the onboarding and supervision of external research partners (e.g., maintaining project timelines and holding partners accountable)
• Lead or co-lead interviewer and enumerator trainings
• Coordinate with in-country program partners and external researchers
• Lead in the dissemination of research findings through various platforms (e.g., webinars, conferences)
• Co-author research-related knowledge products (e.g., learning briefs, factsheets, blog posts)
• Support in the development of a knowledge management function
• Travel (20-30%) required
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
• Implement programme decisions keeping the safety and dignity of programme participants/clients at the center, mitigate safeguarding risks and contribute to a safe working environment where staff are respected and feel confident to voice concerns without fear of retaliation.
• Receive mandatory training on the safeguarding policies and reporting channels and have access to policies.
• Participate in discussions on the safeguarding agenda in monthly meetings and actively voice concerns without fear.
• Report safeguarding incidents witnessed or experiences to the Safeguarding department. For known cases, maintain neutrality, be sensitive and non-judgemental to victims/survivors, and cooperate with organisational investigations providing accurate information as needed.
Academic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from a reputed university preferably in International Development/ Public Policy/ Data Sciences or related field
Required Skills, Competencies & Knowledge:
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies used for programme evaluation.
• Excellent grasp of measurement and the challenges associated with monitoring the outcomes of development programs.
• Knowledge of research ethics and experience obtaining ethical clearances at local and country levels.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions and formulas.
• Proficiency with data collection, analysis, and visualisation software packages – e.g., STATA, SPSS, Dedoose/ Nvivo, Kobo Toolbox/Qualtrics, Power BI/ Tableau.
• Ability to lead or co-lead enumerator and interview training.
• Ability to work strategically with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Capable of working both individually and as part of a team as well as across cultures, with external stakeholders, international colleagues, etc.
• Excellent communication (written, verbal, negotiation, presentation skills).
• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently without supervision.
• Ability to prioritise and deal with competing demands to deliver results.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
• Computer proficiency on MS office (Word and PowerPoint).
• Flexible to work from distant location.
• Overseeing and travel to project site when required.
• Possess high ethical and moral standards.
Experience Requirements:
• 3-5 years of experience in research, monitoring, and/or evaluation.
• Experience designing and executing qualitative and quantitative research studies.
• Experience applying for IRB approval in BI countries.
• Experience hosting an RFP and/or recruiting and supervising research consultants.
• Demonstrated experience coaching, training, advising, or managing staff responsible for monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities.
• Experience serving on an institutional review board (IRB), and working with USAID or other USG funded projects (preferred)
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree Job application procedure
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