Research Lead Digital

Think Policy; Jakarta Pusat; Hybride; IDR 223 200 000 - 290 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Think Policy is seeking an experienced Research Lead in Jakarta to guide project and research implementation. You will lead teams, develop robust methodologies, and translate analyses into actionable policy messages for diverse stakeholders.

The role requires a minimum Master’s degree with at least five years in policy research or consulting, and a track record of delivering high-quality outputs in English and Indonesian.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics or related field with policy focus.
• 5+ years of professional experience in research or policy-related consulting.
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder projects and collaborating with government and partners.
• Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills in English and Indonesian.

Responsabilités

• Lead project and research implementation, directing execution strategies for timely client delivery.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders throughout project implementation.
• Ensure research quality, data validity, and methodological rigor.
• Design analytical frameworks and quantitative/qualitative methods addressing policy questions.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and capacity building for team members.

Connaissances

Project leadership

Team management

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Public policy

Formation

Master’s degree in Economics

Outils

R

Stata

Python

Description du poste

As one of Think Policy’s pillars, the Solutioning Pillar works alongside government and non-government institutions to design solutions that support actionable policy decisions grounded in evidence, data, and empathy. TheResearch Lead plays a critical role in ensuring effective project implementation and maintaining high standards of analytical quality in line with stakeholder needs.

In this role, you will be expected to lead project and research implementation, manage teams, develop robust methodological frameworks, translate complex quantitative and qualitative analyses into informative written outputs and key messages, and ensure that all project and research deliverables meet high-quality standards.

We are looking for an experienced public policy professional with at least 5 (five) years of experience implementing public policy-related projects and research. The ideal candidate should be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, conduct in-depth quantitative and qualitative analyses, and communicate effectively with external stakeholders, including government institutions, development partners, research institutions, businesses, and other relevant parties.

This position is a fixed-term contract for 6 months, with extension subject to employee performance and the organization's funding.

Employment Full-time (PKWT)

Direct Report Head of Solutioning

Duration of Contract 6 months (extendable)

Location Jakarta (Hybrid)

Salary Starts at IDR 20 million/month (negotiable)

• Lead project implementation, including managing project teams, providing substantive direction, and developing execution strategies to ensure timely delivery in accordance with client agreements.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders throughout project implementation.
• Ensuring Research and Analytical Quality (25%)
• Ensure that research methodologies, data validity, underlying assumptions, and analytical accuracy adhere to established research standards.
• Review and refine project deliverables to ensure they meet Think Policy’s quality standards and client expectations.
• Conducting Analysis and Developing Methodologies (25%)
• Design analytical frameworks and quantitative and qualitative research methodologies that address research questions and reflect the context of the issues being examined.
• Conduct in-depth analyses and synthesize findings into actionable policy recommendations.
• Team Management and Development (15%)
• Allocate tasks and workloads based on team members’ competencies and capacity.
• Monitor team members’ performance to ensure that work is completed in accordance with established targets.
• Provide regular guidance, mentoring, and feedback to strengthen team members’ research, analytical, communication, and project management capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Master’s degree in Economics, International Development, Public Policy, Public Administration, or extensive experience and portfolio in relevant field(s).

At least 5 (five) years of professional experience in research or consulting projects related to public policy, economics, or other relevant fields.

A solid understanding of Indonesia’s policy landscape, policy reform, and political context.

Proven experience managing multi-stakeholder projects and collaborating with government institutions, development partners, and the business sector.

Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills in both English and Indonesian.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with or exposure to issues including, but not limited to, the digital economy, digital infrastructure, and digital governance.

Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Stata, or Python.

Understands the process of submitting research ethics applications to relevant institutions.