Job Description

Projects include but not limited to looking at the migration experience and mental health of workers and how this is affected by pairing them with experienced workers from their region (through a novel buddy system ), how volunteering helps develop soft skills that affect employment outcomes among college students, unlocking female labor through rural training centers, and how an effective grievance redressal system for workers affects their job outcomes To ensure the smooth implementation of all projects, we are looking for a Research Manager, details of which are given below. Ideally you have Masters degree in Economics/Publics policy/Development (or Bachelors degree with 4+ years of relevant work experience). Ability to work in a team, manage multiple projects on the ground and be self-motivated. Experience in managing Randomized Controlled Trials required. Extensive experience conducting social science or economic field research (supervising data collection, teams of field workers, survey design and implementation, financial reporting, and data management) Knowledge of Stata (or any other statistical tool) is required. Strong quantitative, analytical and financial management skills required Mentor Research Associates and other staff Set priorities for projects in consultation with researchers Maintain clear communication between researchers and staff and clarify expectations Anticipate challenges to research projects and work with researchers to address them Identify and mitigate risks to research projects Ensure that the project has sufficient material and human resources Ensure that projects follow standards and protocols in consultation with Data and Field teams Ensure alignment between the research team and implementation partners Assist with the responsibilities of Research Associates (for example data cleaning, survey planning, surveyor hiring) as required Primary Responsibilities (30-40% of the time): Assist with screening and hiring Research Associates Prepare reports for funding agencies Lead training session of Research Associates and other staff Help improve the procedures, policies, and culture Oversee administrative needs of the Medell n office Represent company at meetings with external stakeholders (by delivering presentations, for example) Contribute to communications (blogs and articles) as requested Ensure compliance with Institutional Review Boards What should you be comfortable with A dynamic environment with competing priorities Working in a team with shared responsibilities Independently coordinating with coworkers to accomplish goals Being resourceful in new environments and scenarios Problem-solve in hi-pressure environments

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