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Research, Team Lead
The Research Team Lead will report to the Director of Programmes..and will be majorly responsible for the management of all research projects for the improvement of the public sector performance and other programmes of the Foundation.
How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter, addressing the position requirements to: hr@aigafrica.org clearly indicating the “Job Title” as subject of your mail.
Job title • Research, Team Lead
Reports to • Director of Programmes
Experience • At least 7 years
Closing Date • TBD
Location • Abuja
The Research Team Lead will;
Overall project management
Oversee implementation of research objectives, scope, framework, and methodology.
Create a detailed implementation plan including phasing and resourcing.
Develop and manage an annual budget.
Create an operational strategy to facilitate project implementation.
Lead the recruitment process for the project team and volunteers.
Work with the project team to design and conduct baseline surveys.
Coordinate primary research and data collection working with the team and volunteers to ensure timely and robust data are collected.
Manage the research process that compiles and organises analysis datasets and provides detailed interpretations of results.
Manage development of interactive visual tools to assist in the presentation and interpretation of the research results.
Ensure all team members are clear about processes, reporting quality and timelines.
Conduct regular project meetings and resolve any issues that may arise.
Use performance management to ensure high quality output and performance of team members.
Provide strong leadership and support the team, ensuring capacity is built and results are attained.
Develop a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) strategy to monitor progress and ensure learning and improvement.
Manage consultants and vendors by developing contracts and managing workflow and performance.
Maintain open and constant channels of communication with project stakeholders and provide them with updates and reports as agreed.
Ensure that each stakeholder is aware of duty-bound activities.
Immediately communicate significant issues that may arise to relevant stakeholders.
Required Skill
Communications and Advocacy
Support the development and implementation of the communications advocacy & strategy.
Develop strategic partnerships at national and global levels.
Develop and nurture effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders.
Build a network of volunteers to assist with broader research projects.
Roles & Responsibilities
Financial Management
Ensure that internal control mechanisms are in place.
Ensure and monitor the allocation of resources most efficiently and cost-effectively.
Regularly monitor actual expenditures vs. budget
Review budget if necessary
Documenting and Reporting
Maintain an effective project management database.
Ensure qualitative reporting and implementation models are in place.
Prepare regular project and financial reports and present them to update the line manager on project progress.
Governance
Ensure accountability and defined responsibilities within the project.
Identify relevant stakeholders and implement stakeholder management and communications plan.
Develop a risk management plan that identifies, classifies, and prioritises risks and issues.
Create a project assurance system to manage risks and implementation issues.
Implement project management control processes.
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum of an undergraduate degree in Social Sciences, Communications, Information Management, Education, Public Relations, or other related fields.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including 3 years (minimum) as a senior position, preferably with an NGO.
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
Research and analytics
Report writing
Effective Communication
Team Development and Management
Project Management
Research Analyses
Government/Public Relations
Detail Oriented
Leadership and Accountability
Emotional Intelligence
