Research Manager Job Vacancy at BRAC Uganda in Kampala

Job title: Research Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain in-house databases of relevant material, including completed and on-going BRAC Uganda research projects and external data such as journal articles or
• Uganda Bureau of Statistics data Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities
• Develop and maintain the research department’s web presence
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share findings with a variety of outside audiences
• Liaise with other development and research institutions to foster collaboration in ongoing and potential projects
• Present research findings and projects at a variety of public forums, including to non research focused audiences
• Assist with data analysis on various research projects, when necessary and time allowing
• Undertake independent research projects, time allowing
• Developing a knowledge sharing strategy within the research unit and the BRAC
• Uganda office, as well as a strategy for disseminating Research Unit findings and information to a wider audience.
• Organize and facilitate monthly research team meetings
• Revise and edit research department reports and working papers
• Use research department data and writings to create research previews, research summaries, technical reports, and other documents for a variety of audiences
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share information with BRAC Programme Management
Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related discipline
• At least 5 years of work experience in a research capacity or with a development organization
• Proven track record of excellent written pieces in popular media
• Advanced written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences and purposes including blogs, academic journals, print media, etc.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and some experience with data analysis software such as
• Nvivo or STATA
• Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
• Experience managing complex projects
Age limit: Candidates between the ages of 30-40 are preferred.

How to apply:
Applications need to be sent before 30th September, 2013. Desired start date: As soon as possible. Candidates of any nationality are eligible. Interested candidates are requested to email to brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please write “Research Coordinator”. Or ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position applied for.

Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013