1.6 BUILD PARTNERSHIPS FOR RESEARCH Sustain and cultivate partnerships for research and learning, with academic institutions and researchers, government agencies,

non-profit and community-based organizations, private sector partners, and local residents.

2. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE: Proven experience and knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices and techniques of conducting research projects

and the ability to plan and coordinate standardized research projects; Extensive knowledge related to the planning, administration, co-ordination and management of research projects with a focus on

healthcare improvement, and/or urban poverty; Effective analytical and reasoning skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing; Ability to apply and interpret statistical/economic/business analysis; Demonstrated ability to work independently, as an effective member of a team, and in collaboration with diverse group of

individuals including, but not limited to, disadvantaged beneficiaries, public officials, other researchers, academics, and funders;

3. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE At least 5 years of experience working in a Researcher capacity in the Development/Non-Profit sector University degree or post graduate qualification in the relevant field

4. SALARY & BENEFITS Negotiable based on qualifications and past experience.

We encourage diversity in our workplace and support an inclusive work environment. Women are encouraged to apply.

Vacancy Announcement

Express your interest today.hcm@sajida.org

SAJIDA Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to its raison d’etre of bringing health, happiness, and dignity for all. Since its humble beginnings in 1987 as a small garage school for disadvantaged children, the organization has grown from strength to strength. Today, it offers a diverse portfolio of microcredit products alongside quality healthcare services and various social development programs across 22 out of 64 districts, with a dedicated team of 3,613 changemakers.

PURPOSE STATEMENT

SAJIDA Foundation is currently looking for a Research and Impact Evaluation Manager who will be responsible for designing and leading a variety of analytical and research initiatives, primarily in support of the activities of the Development Programs. This position will oversee and design complex research projects, reports, and presentations, as well as directing the development of baseline and other surveys, databases and other tools for data collection/capture and analysis. The role will collate and analyse the data from their research, and provide evidence-based recommendations which will be used to contribute to the delivery of our strategic goals.

Major research projects will be agreed on a 6-monthly basis as part of the Foundation’s planning cycle. There is also a need to run some research at relatively short notice in support of business needs as they arise.

This manager, through their Research, will help draft strategy and policy documents for the development programs, and partake in long-term community planning, which may include socio-economic evaluations, community needs assessments and evaluation studies, as well as the development of innovative strategies and implementation programs.

This is a new post, and ideally the organization needs a person in this role that is an all-rounder who is both strategic and hands-on.

1. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:1.1 MANAGE ORGANIZATION’S RESEARCH OPERATIONS

Managing research projects and advising and guiding colleagues planning to conduct their own research with regard to the findings of previous research undertaken and on methodologies for prospective research projects

Managing the external research projects, which may be conducted through other parties, including scoping of the research and defining the methodology or briefing an outsourced research coordinator to do so.

Sourcing the most appropriate external research agencies for specific research projects, using an outsourced research coordinator where appropriate, ensuring these are delivered on time and to the required standard/specification

Management of the research budget.1.2 RESEARCH FOR FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Researching for identified funding sources; studying and interpreting the funding/grant criteria and preparing proposals in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs), Expressions of Interest (EOI) and other funding opportunities

1.3 DRIVE IMPACT EVALUATION OPERATIONS Analysing project’s impact/social-performance through a range of measures, baseline surveys, etc. and communicating this back to the

project heads with appropriate recommendations.1.4 DEVELOP ORGANIZATIONAL RESEARCH BASE

Curating and logging all research reports, internal and external, to ensure a high-level view of significant findings and trends, get value from them and report them back to the business.

1.5 CAPACITY BUILDING OF ASSOCIATED TEAMS Coach and support organizations and frontline teams that we are working with, providing them with research advice and support to

enable them to reach their full potential. Establish SAJIDA Foundation’s Research team – a pool of independent researchers who will carry out their studies and research

activities, through SAJIDA Foundation. The independent researchers will be responsible for soliciting their own Research funds, with other arrangements like Admin, Logistics, access to all programs and beneficiaries, provided by SAJIDA Foundation.

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Research & Impact Evaluation ManagerSenior Leadership, Development Programs Development Programs / Full-TimeHead Office, Gulshan 1, Dhaka, BangladeshPlease refer to the date mentioned in website

Vacancy Announcement

1.6 BUILD PARTNERSHIPS FOR RESEARCH Sustain and cultivate partnerships for research and learning, with academic institutions and researchers, government agencies,

non-profit and community-based organizations, private sector partners, and local residents.

2. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE: Proven experience and knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices and techniques of conducting research projects

and the ability to plan and coordinate standardized research projects; Extensive knowledge related to the planning, administration, co-ordination and management of research projects with a focus on

healthcare improvement, and/or urban poverty; Effective analytical and reasoning skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing; Ability to apply and interpret statistical/economic/business analysis; Demonstrated ability to work independently, as an effective member of a team, and in collaboration with diverse group of

individuals including, but not limited to, disadvantaged beneficiaries, public officials, other researchers, academics, and funders;

3. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE At least 5 years of experience working in a Researcher capacity in the Development/Non-Profit sector University degree or post graduate qualification in the relevant field

4. SALARY & BENEFITS Negotiable based on qualifications and past experience.

We encourage diversity in our workplace and support an inclusive work environment. Women are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE STATEMENT

SAJIDA Foundation is currently looking for a Research and Impact Evaluation Manager who will be responsible for designing and leading a variety of analytical and research initiatives, primarily in support of the activities of the Development Programs. This position will oversee and design complex research projects, reports, and presentations, as well as directing the development of baseline and other surveys, databases and other tools for data collection/capture and analysis. The role will collate and analyse the data from their research, and provide evidence-based recommendations which will be used to contribute to the delivery of our strategic goals.

Major research projects will be agreed on a 6-monthly basis as part of the Foundation’s planning cycle. There is also a need to run some research at relatively short notice in support of business needs as they arise.

This manager, through their Research, will help draft strategy and policy documents for the development programs, and partake in long-term community planning, which may include socio-economic evaluations, community needs assessments and evaluation studies, as well as the development of innovative strategies and implementation programs.

This is a new post, and ideally the organization needs a person in this role that is an all-rounder who is both strategic and hands-on.

1. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:1.1 MANAGE ORGANIZATION’S RESEARCH OPERATIONS

Managing research projects and advising and guiding colleagues planning to conduct their own research with regard to the findings of previous research undertaken and on methodologies for prospective research projects

Managing the external research projects, which may be conducted through other parties, including scoping of the research and defining the methodology or briefing an outsourced research coordinator to do so.

Sourcing the most appropriate external research agencies for specific research projects, using an outsourced research coordinator where appropriate, ensuring these are delivered on time and to the required standard/specification

Management of the research budget.1.2 RESEARCH FOR FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Researching for identified funding sources; studying and interpreting the funding/grant criteria and preparing proposals in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs), Expressions of Interest (EOI) and other funding opportunities

1.3 DRIVE IMPACT EVALUATION OPERATIONS Analysing project’s impact/social-performance through a range of measures, baseline surveys, etc. and communicating this back to the

project heads with appropriate recommendations.1.4 DEVELOP ORGANIZATIONAL RESEARCH BASE

Curating and logging all research reports, internal and external, to ensure a high-level view of significant findings and trends, get value from them and report them back to the business.

1.5 CAPACITY BUILDING OF ASSOCIATED TEAMS Coach and support organizations and frontline teams that we are working with, providing them with research advice and support to

enable them to reach their full potential. Establish SAJIDA Foundation’s Research team – a pool of independent researchers who will carry out their studies and research

activities, through SAJIDA Foundation. The independent researchers will be responsible for soliciting their own Research funds, with other arrangements like Admin, Logistics, access to all programs and beneficiaries, provided by SAJIDA Foundation.

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