Senior Research Manager Vacancy at MicroSave in Nairobi,Kenya

Post:Senior Research Manager
Organization:MicroSaveLocation:Nairobi.Kenya
Opportunity Type: Job
 About the Organization:

MicroSave is a consultancy firm and training provider that focuses on the needs of institutions targeting under- and un-served populations and enterprises. It assists institutions such as financial service providers, telecom operators, technology service providers, fast moving consumer goods companies, livelihood institutions, and development agencies serving the base of the pyramid. MicroSave provides practical, market-led solutions based on the experiences drawn from working with a variety of institutions.

About the Job:
MicroSave is seeking a Senior Research Manager. S/he will be responsible for supervising and conducting rigorous research into the functioning of agent network managers in selected countries around the world. The focus of the position is to manage the research, particularly the data collection activities across the different countries, ensuring adherence to best practices. The position is based in Nairobi.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

•     Ensure that sampling methodologies and tools are tailored to specific country demographics effectively, while also preserving enough uniformity across countries for comparative analysis;
•     Plan logistics for data collection teams in each of the countries, manage their progress, and ensure the highest quality of delivery of data;
•     Recruit and manage firms and consultants brought in for specialized tasks like secondary research, enumeration, data cleaning, and external quality control and other related tasks;
•     Communicate effectively and regularly with both the project manager and the data analyst to report any irregularities from planned activities, and provide sophisticated advice on any augmentations that may be needed to existing plans;
•     Prepare progress reports for donors, and other communications for the research advisory committee, and other events as needed.

Qualifications:

•     Minimum of a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Research, Economics, Management, Science, Policy or a related field;
•     Minimum 3 - 6 years of project management experience supervising the implementation of both quantitative and qualitative research projects, ideally in the developing world;
•     Experience with data analysis using statistical packages or working with mobile money projects is an advantage;
•     Understanding of academic methodologies for quantitative research and statistical analysis, including randomized controlled trials, and quasi-experimental techniques;
•     Demonstrated ability to manage teams, ideally multiple teams in developing world environments conducting research;
•     Analytical and problem solving skills of a high order, including the ability to formulate recommendations and advice;
•     Highly developed computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
•     Excellent quality English speaking and writing ability and a professional demeanour.             

Posted: 29 Jul 2013
Closing Date: 02 Aug 2013

How to Apply:

http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m//template.rc/1.11.192208