Research Manager – GiveDirectly

Jobspaddy; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Research Manager to support fundraising and field operations through research and data analysis. The ideal candidate will hold a master's degree in economics and have a minimum of three years of experience in relevant research. This fully remote role promotes diversity and inclusion, with a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of research experience, preferably in relevant countries.
• Understanding of economic development and poverty reduction.
• Experience with experimental/quasi-experimental designs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising and project operations through engagement with partners.
• Design surveys and perform data collection instrument testing.
• Conduct primary data analysis and writing reports.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder management skills

Quantitative research methods

Qualitative research

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Economics

Tools

R

Stata

SurveyCTO

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Research Manager – GiveDirectly, United Kingdom

Job details:

• Client: Jobspaddy
• Location: United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 584d3ef7efef
• Job Views: 4
• Posted: 02.06.2025
• Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Support GD Fundraising and Field Operations teams with funding bids by engaging with research partners and project funders, and supporting the development of monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Design surveys and interview guides, perform testing and piloting of data collection instruments.
• Assist in developing and supporting ongoing monitoring and evaluation, and initiate evaluations of GD projects.
• Perform data quality checks for research and evaluations.
• Conduct primary data analysis and provide statistical support.
• Write reports and review reports from stakeholders.
• Conduct literature reviews and stay updated with relevant research.
• Maintain GD’s research knowledge databases.
• Participate in administrative duties related to research projects.

Core competencies and experiences:

• Master's degree in Economics with coursework in econometrics, impact evaluation, and economic development.
• Minimum 3 years of research experience, preferably in countries where GiveDirectly operates.
• Understanding of economic development and poverty reduction drivers.
• Experience with quantitative research methods and tools (R, Stata, SurveyCTO). Experience with experimental/quasi-experimental designs is a plus.
• Experience in qualitative research, including design and analysis.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stakeholder management skills.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to synthesize literature and communicate findings clearly.
• Alignment with core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem solving, project management, follow-through, inclusivity. Experience with low-income or marginalized communities is encouraged.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and benefits, aligned with experience.

• United States: $81,400
• UK: £55,600
• Kenya: $48,000

This role is remote; salary benchmarks for other countries will be provided during hiring. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and have moved to a remote-first support model.

Hiring process:

Includes multiple interviews, skills assessments, and reference checks conducted via Google Meet with accessibility accommodations. GD adheres to laws protecting vulnerable groups and has a strict policy against SEAH.

Additional info:

• Salary range: $50,000 - $100,000
• Academic degree: Masters