Research Director

2 days ago


Mumbai, Maharashtra, India The Akanksha Foundation Full time
Lead Researcher at The Akanksha Foundation

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Researcher to join our team at The Akanksha Foundation. As a member of our Impact & Research department, you will be responsible for leading and executing internal program evaluations and research projects that measure the impact of our interventions on students, alumni, parents, and communities.

About Us

The Akanksha Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to building one of the largest and most innovative networks of schools in India, serving children from low-income communities. Our mission is to maximize the potential of these children by providing them with academic excellence and life skills. We believe in empowering citizens who possess a sense of mastery, agency, and purpose.

Job Summary

In this role, you will lead end-to-end program evaluations and research projects, from hypothesis formulation to data collection, analysis, and documentation. You will also strengthen and broaden our use of evaluation methods, incorporating quantitative and qualitative data into our work. Your expertise will help us monitor emerging policy issues, maintain knowledge of government decisions, and conduct market scans for policy responsiveness.

Your Responsibilities

  • Design and execute research studies to identify initiatives within our organization that can be valuable research subjects for external researchers.
  • Collaborate with academic institutions to engage with graduate/postgraduate students interested in research.
  • Lead efforts to gain research grants and drive visibility for our advocacy agenda.
  • Develop strategic relationships with governments, private sector organizations, advocacy groups, and other NGOs to advance our advocacy goals.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for both internal and external use, writing feature articles based on learnings from our work.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • 5+ years of evaluation/action research experience, preferably handling large-scale social research projects from beginning to end.
  • Experience analyzing large datasets using statistical software like R, Stata, SPSS, etc.
  • Thorough knowledge of quasi-experimental research methods and sampling techniques.
  • Excellent communication and task management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changes.
  • Skill in gathering, cleaning, and organizing large datasets for quality analysis, as well as designing experiments and conducting research.
  • Proficiency in statistical/inferential analysis, identifying trends, and deriving clear insights, with expertise in logframes and theory of change.
  • Strong scientific writing skills, ensuring accurate representation of data and findings.
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, such as education, statistics, or development studies.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of INR 90k to 1 lac monthly gross (approx), commensurate with your experience and qualifications. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and are eager to join a dynamic team, please apply for this exciting opportunity.


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