About the role

Data Manager overseeing various research and advisory projects at Busara and managing project staff. Collaborating with academic researchers and advisory clients while ensuring project execution and management.

Responsibilities

Engage in multiple large-scale research and advisory projects at a given time.
Plan, manage, and execute external and internal engagements independently from start to finish with limited supervision.
Incorporate the latest research in qualitative and quantitative methods, behavioral science, psychology, economics, and development to provide creative solutions to engagements.
Manage and conduct qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis.
Design, launch, and analyze effective quantitative and qualitative survey instruments with coordination among project staff (Analysts, Project Leads, Data and Programming, and Operations teams).
Serve as a point of contact for clients and partners. Effectively manage the needs of stakeholders through proactive communication and troubleshooting.
Contribute to project on-boarding and off-boarding for knowledge management.
Responsible for project timelines, deliverables, reports, and staffing.
Contribute to the creation of proposals, concept notes, and pitch decks for new business opportunities and knowledge sharing. Present at conferences, networking events, or client meetings.
Contribute to the design, execution, and dissemination of Busara internal research projects.
Participate in field work for assigned projects as may be required.
Work closely to lead or support other data managers to fulfill engagement requirements.
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the project supervisor.

A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related fields.
Strong qualitative, quantitative, research, and data analytic skills.
1-3 years’ previous work experience in a related field, with experience managing large scale research and consulting projects in developing countries.
Strong quantitative skills including knowledge of and experience working with data analysis software
Ability to quickly understand and adapt to new contextual situations
Demonstrates the ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations.
Excellent management and organizational skills.
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a team player.
Interest and experience working in a fast-paced working environment.
Fluency and excellent communication and writing skills with a mastery of English.
Ability to execute projects while sustaining a global focus and vision for institutional planning and decision making.
Ability, interest and willingness to travel to all project locations as assigned which may include in-country, regional, and international locations in the Global South.