We are currently looking for an (Associate) Research Manager to lead our Humanitarian Research & Analysis Unit in Uganda.

The (Associate) Research Manager will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, development, and strategy of the entire research portfolio of the Uganda office, under the supervision of the IMPACT Country Coordinator, and IMPACT HQ in Geneva. The candidate should be comfortable representing IMPACT with donors and be able to coordinate and liaise with a range of senior external partners. This position requires a profile that can be both analytical and managerial, as the Research Manager’s job can range from coordinating with external partners (whether data actor, humanitarian cluster, or donor) to analytical oversight of research products. The role can be classified as an Associate Research Manager or Research Manager based on the experience of the candidate and funding available.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The (Associate) Research Manager’s responsibilities will include:

STAFF MANAGEMENT
Direct management of international and national team members, including recruitment and staff career management. The ISRAU is expected to include 4-5 staff;
Development and implementation of capacity training plans for team members;
Day-to-day management of team members, including the development of work plans and performance indicators.
PROJECT/RESEARCH CYCLE MANAGEMENT
Ensure all assessments and analysis are planned and implemented in a structured and coherent manner, in line with relevant project and strategic objectives, and with global IMPACT guidelines;
Oversee all research cycles, including reviewing ToRs, methodology notes, tools, products and dissemination strategies.
Ensure the writing and production of timely, accurate and analytically rigorous reports, assessments, and factsheets;
Ensure relevant stakeholders and partners are engaged in assessment design and planning;
Monitor output achievement, project expenditure and ensure timely completion of the project.
Actively advocate for the improvement of analysis within REACH products, and using common methodologies, tools and analysis frameworks across units where relevant.
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
Under the guidance of the Country Coordinator, manage grants in the ISRAU, including initial discussions with donors, conceptualization of new projects, support in drafting proposals, leading on regular reporting, and M&E;
Under the guidance of the Country Coordinator, oversee the financial management of all grants covering ISRAU projects, including oversight of budget and expenditure;
Ensure that contractual obligations are met in terms of programs deliverables.
EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT
In coordination with the Country Coordinator, represent IMPACT with donors, partners, and the wider humanitarian and development community in Uganda.
STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
Under the guidance of the Country Coordinator, develop the ISRAU strategy, engagement and involvement with various technical and coordination forums;
Work with key clusters and partner organizations and working groups to understand the various relevant information gaps within Uganda and identify how the ISRAU and fill these gaps;
Contribute to the development and implementation of the IMPACT Uganda country strategy;
Develop and implement dissemination strategies to strengthen the impact of the ISRAU programmes;
Engagement with HQ on ISRAU research and/or coordination and provide support to relevant IMPACT Global Community of Practices (CoPs).
The (Associate) Research Manager will maintain the strictest confidentiality on all data collected and related processes. They will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of any information and data belonging to IMPACT and its partners or collected during his/her assignment with IMPACT.
REQUIREMENTS
Years of work experience At least 4 years of relevant working experience in a humanitarian setting, such as program management, evaluation and assessments;
Research skills Excellent quantitative and qualitative research design, data collection, and data analysis experience required;
Familiarity with aid system Good understanding of the aid system and the research community. Prior experience with humanitarian coordination forums preferred, particularly in UNHCR-led responses. Experience with IPC processes is an asset;
Management experience Demonstrated team management skills;
Thematic experience Prior experience with multi-sector, area-based, thematic assessments, remote sensing and/or climate-related assessments;
Experience in geographical region Past experience in the region/supporting is desirable;
Communication/reporting skills Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting and reviewing;
Cross-cultural work environment Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility and work independently;
Academic qualifications Excellent academic qualifications, including a master’s degree in a relevant discipline;
Software skills Proven knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with R, SPSS and/or STATA or other statistical analysis software an asset
Security environment Ability to operate in a complex and challenging security environment.
Language skills Fluency in English required.

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