Lead Intersectoral Research Manager – Caracas

ReliefWeb; Porlamar; On-site; VES 41,803,000 - 42,536,000; Full time

Job summary

IMPACT Initiatives in Venezuela seeks a Research Manager to lead the Intersectoral Unit and coordinate with donors, partners, and IMPACT HQ. The role blends analytical oversight with people management, ensuring research products meet global REACH guidelines and drive humanitarian decision-making.

You will oversee multiple work streams, engage with external partners, and contribute to the country strategy while maintaining data confidentiality and promoting rigorous analysis across units.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of humanitarian sector experience in program management or evaluations.
• Strong research design, data collection and analysis skills.
• Fluency in Spanish and English; ability to work with diverse partners.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of senior national team members, including recruitment and staff career management.
• Oversee all research cycles, including reviews of ToRs, methodology notes, tools and dissemination strategies.
• Manage grants under guidance of Country Coordinator, including proposal drafting and regular reporting.
• Represent REACH with donors, partners, and the wider development community in Venezuela.
• Develop and implement the Intersectoral Unit strategy and engagement with technical forums.

Skills

Staff management

Research skills

Data analysis

Quantitative methods

Qualitative methods

Communication skills

Spanish fluency

English fluency

Education

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

R

SPSS

STATA

Job description

IMPACT Initiatives in Venezuela seeks a Research Manager to lead the Intersectoral Unit and coordinate with donors, partners, and IMPACT HQ. The role blends analytical oversight with people management, ensuring research products meet global REACH guidelines and drive humanitarian decision-making.

You will oversee multiple work streams, engage with external partners, and contribute to the country strategy while maintaining data confidentiality and promoting rigorous analysis across units.