Research and Evaluation Specialist

About us:

We are a high-end research and evaluation firm delivering rigorous, theory-driven insights to clients in the development sector.

Our work spans monitoring and evaluation (M&E), impact assessments, primary and secondary research, and high-quality field data collection.

• Business Development & Institutional Growth

Conceptualize and design proposals, pitch decks, and capability statements tailored to client needs.

• Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with NGOs, research institutions, and ecosystem actors to expand our footprint.

• Project Design, Management & Implementation

Lead the design and delivery of impact evaluations, landscape studies, needs assessments, and strategy advisory projects.

• Oversee end-to-end project delivery, including workplans, methodologies, stakeholder engagement, field data collection, analysis, and reporting.

• Monitor project teams on ground, assign responsibilities, and troubleshoot to ensure timely and quality delivery.

• Ensure outputs maintain high standards of rigor, contextual sensitivity, and alignment with global evidence frameworks.

• Research, Evidence & Knowledge Translation

Our areas of operation encompass education, skill development, livelihoods, environmental sustainability, climate action, the social sector, and related impact domains.

• Translate academic and theoretical frameworks into actionable strategies and recommendations for clients.

• Produce high-quality reports, strategy notes, policy briefs, and impact communication materials that inform decision-making.

• Contribute to our knowledge assets by developing case studies, thematic notes, and sector insights.

• Data Management & Analytics

• Clean, manage, and analyze large datasets using advanced Excel, R, and/or Python.

• Develop and implement data quality protocols to ensure reliable and valid insights from field data.

• Support dashboards, data visualizations, and evidence-based recommendations for clients.

• Organizational Strategy & growth

Work closely with our CEO to shape our growth strategy, five-year vision, and annual operating plans.

• Design organizational structures, verticals, and role definitions to strengthen internal capacity.

• Lead internal strategy workshops, aligning teams with our mission and client priorities.

• Team Leadership & Capacity Building

Build, manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and learning.

• Define and monitor individual and team roles during fieldwork, data analysis, reporting and client interactions.

Build internal capacities in research, analysis, and client engagement through ongoing guidance and training.

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in research, analytics, monitoring and evaluation, or related fields.

• Strong theoretical foundation with the ability to apply frameworks to practical client needs.

• Proven track record in proposal development, project design, and research execution.

• High-level data analysis skills, including Excel (pivot tables, lookups, dashboards), and proficiency in R or Python for cleaning, analysis, and data management.

• Excellent writing, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively within small, agile teams.

• Familiarity with development sector stakeholders; networks in NGOs, CSR foundations, and donors will be an added advantage.

We offer unparalleled exposure, ownership, and accelerated career growth working directly with our CEO in a dynamic startup environment. Contribute across diverse sectors while building expertise in research, strategy, and impact advisory with real on-ground impact.