Associate/Senior Associate

Jobtailor; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

IDinsight in Makati, Philippines is seeking a Project Lead to coordinate international development research projects, lead data collection, and deliver client-ready reports and presentations. You will guide teams, ensure quality, and contribute to strategy through evidence-informed insights.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in development or related fields, strong analytics, and proven writing abilities. Travel to project sites and client locations is required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in economics, statistics, public policy, or related quantitative/social science fields (Master's degree welcome).
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in international development, research and evaluation, data analytics, consulting, or program management.
• Strong analytical skills with exposure to econometrics and data analysis tools.
• Strong writing skills and ability to translate technical jargon into well-structured deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Manage project team workflow, systems, and deliverables.
• Drive day-to-day execution of project work per plan and coordinate internally.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Self-starter

Learning mindset

Organization

Stakeholder engagement

Decision support

Policy translation

Education

Undergraduate degree in economics, statistics, public policy or related quantitative/social science fields

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Stata

SPSS

R

SurveyCTO

Open Data Kit

Job description

Responsibilities

• Managing project team workflow, systems, deliverables
• Driving the day-to-day execution of the project work according to project plans and leading internal coordination efforts for their team
• Conducting and supporting fit-for-decision and right-fit research design, data collection or acquisition, technical analysis, and results visualization/packaging for project tasks
• Creating client deliverables, including reports, slide decks, and oral presentations to inform decisions and actions of clients
• Developing strategic communications to build awareness of IDinsight projects and learnings, contribute to sectoral knowledge, and shift the sector towards more evidence-informed policy and practices
• Supporting their team in developing strong client relationships
• Engaging with client and stakeholder relationships
• Contributing to client development, including developing proposals and concept notes
• Leading data collection activities
• Overseeing all data collection activities to ensure quality, including managing data collection teams
• Traveling to project sites, IDinsight offices, embedded client locations, and other areas as per project needs
• Contributing to internal team building
• Developing, piloting, and implementing internal systems or other organizational contributions (e.g., event management) for IDinsight, in coordination with functional teams such as Operations, Communications, Finance, etc.
• Contributing to office life and culture building, such as facilitating All Hands Meetings; leading team building efforts at team retreats; participating in Social Cultural Committee events; and engaging with the DEI Working Group.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in economics, statistics, public policy, or related quantitative/social science fields (Master's degree holders are welcome)
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in international development, research and evaluation, data analytics, consulting, or program management
• Strong analytical skills, with exposure to (either via professional work experience or academic coursework) the basics of econometrics, data and research analysis tools, and quantitative and qualitative research processes
• Strong writing skills with the ability to translate technical jargon into well-structured, writing-based deliverables (e.g., policy briefs, project memos, analytical reports, external blog posts, and more)
• Ability to understand complex concepts and topics quickly even with limited prior knowledge or exposure and a willingness to invest in learning new concepts, skills, and methods without being prompted
• Highly organized, attentive to deadlines, and able to manage a high volume of work with efficiency
• Excellent interpersonal skills, can effectively engage with stakeholders ranging from school children to senior government officials to internal colleagues, and places a high value on being a team player
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and fast learner; resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges
• Intellectually curious and a willingness to share your opinions with the team, question the status quo, and encourage others to expand their perspectives
• Deeply passionate about combating poverty worldwide and improving lives in disadvantaged populations.
• Proficient in statistical analysis and data collection softwares, such as Stata, SPSS, R, SurveyCTO, and/or Open Data Kit.
• Fluency in the local language(s) of country placement.