Director Research & Documentation

Idara-E-Taleem-O-Aaghi; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 2,750,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Pakistan is seeking a Director Research who will manage various research projects and develop documentation strategies for their ITA teams. The ideal candidate will possess both qualitative and quantitative research skills, a strong track record in grant writing, and experience in teaching at the university level. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative research studies.
• Demonstrated writing ability with a track record of securing grants.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement research and documentation strategies.
• Manage all aspects of ITA research projects.
• Contribute to the building of the field among researchers.

Skills

Qualitative and quantitative research

Grant writing

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Experience in education or development sector

Teaching experience at the university level

Job description

Overview

1. Develop a research and documentation strategy and its implementation for ITA teams in Pakistan/Regions.
2. Director Research will manage all aspects of the research projects.
3. The Director will spearhead the long-term research objective of the ITA, provide consultation and support to key evaluation components of the ITA programs, and disseminate research findings.
4. The Director will contribute to the ITAs work in building the field among researchers, practitioners, and policy makers at the local, regional and national level.
5. Direct and oversee research at the ITA. Spearhead, direct, and oversee all ITA research projects from research design to implementation, analysis and project development. This includes:
6. Projects and initiatives; broader research efforts, including those related to integrated services and systems that support community in particular, such as community schools development.
7. Disseminate and publish research findings, briefs, research publications and articles written for a variety of audiences in order to advance the work of the ITA.
8. Investigate grant opportunities, write and develop grant proposals to support sustainability of a research team. Supervise and direct others on the team to develop, write, and submit proposals.
9. Be an active member of the ITA leadership team and contribute to the organizational development of the ITA by collaborating with other strategy and program areas, supporting grant writing efforts, attending staff meetings and retreats, and participating in organization-wide operational efforts.

Job Specification

Incumbent must have the ability to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research studies and evaluation, with experience in education or development sector. Demonstrated writing ability with a track record of securing grants, publishing academic articles. Teaching experience at the university level as well as supervisory experience with university students at various stages of study is high preferred. The candidate must have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills in working with researchers and practitioners. The successful candidate will be organized, have the ability to multitask and handle timelines and priorities in a team environment. Must be enthusiastic about working across disciplines and community sectors.

Information Technology and Services - Lahore, Pakistan