Research Operations Manager

5 days ago

Nairobi, Kenya beBeeResearch Full time $40,000 - $80,000
Job Title: Research Specialist

About the Position

Busara is seeking a highly skilled and experienced research specialist to join our team. We conduct lab and field experiments in both developing and developed countries, addressing questions in development and behavioral economics.

The successful candidate will work on academic projects supervised by leading researchers from top universities worldwide. The position is based at Busara in Nairobi, Kenya, which works with researchers and organizations to advance and apply behavioral science in pursuit of poverty alleviation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee data collection efforts, including planning logistics for regular in-person and phone surveys.
  • Train enumerators and field teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in data collection.
  • Manage field teams at project sites from CBD/Kilimani in Nairobi, collect regular updates on data collection progress and spending, tackle any challenges the team faces, and escalate as appropriate 
  • Conduct daily High Frequency Checks (HFCs) to identify and resolve data quality issues in real-time

Requirements:

  • Experience in team management in any context 
  • Hold, or be close to completion of, a Bachelor's or Master's (preferred) degree in Economics, Statistics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Mathematics, or a related discipline requiring substantial quantitative coursework 
  • Strong skills in econometrics and programming (especially STATA and/or R) 
  • Keen understanding of randomized controlled trials and experimental methods
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
  • Strong managerial and organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure 
  • A systematic, thorough, and well-organized approach to work, with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to take responsibility for the delivery of research outputs to specific deadlines 
  • A committed and collaborative team player, with the ability to work constructively and effectively with research partners 
  • Highly self-motivated and able to take initiative without much supervision 
  • Willingness to be based in Nairobi, Kenya, for at least two years 
  • Demonstrated interest in development economics 

Benefits:

  • An 18-month commitment is required.
  • The initial appointment is for one year, with renewal pending satisfactory performance.
  • The proposed start date is flexible.

Employment Conditions and Support:

As part of the employment package, comprehensive support is offered to international applicants, including coverage of reasonable relocation expenses, one annual return flight, and visa and immigration support to ensure a smooth and compliant transition. All employees are provided with private medical insurance.

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