International Growth Research & Evaluation Center Field Manager Jobs in Uganda

International Growth Research & Evaluation Center Field Manager Jobs in Uganda


Main purpose of the Job

  • The Field manager will work with the Research manager to develop study designs, manage data collection and analysis and prepare reports of findings.

  • Provide leadership, mentoring and management to the team by focusing on individual performance and support requirements to achieve high standards.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Plan, coordinate and execute assigned research projects

    • Work with management to prepare project plan, budget and schedules.

    • Assist the Research/Project Managers in developing annual work plans and preparing periodic reports.

    • Lead research team to complete projects within allotted timelines and budgets.

    • Collating and scheduling project activity funds for different activities.

    • Participate in the development of research policies and procedures

    • Support the Research/Project managers in developing and designing activity materials i.e Training manuals. Protocols, etc.

    • Assist in employee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.

    • Address project issues and escalate complex issues to management.

    • Perform day-to-day management of project team and address team issues promptly.

    • Conduct team meetings to discuss about project status and issues.

    • Assist in the preparation of project documentation and research reports for management review.

    • Maintain a project equipment log the quality and quantity of equipment is maintained.

    • Standing in for the Research/Project Manager in their absence both in Kampala office and in the field.

    • Act as primary contact for any field communications.

    • Monitor and report project progress, status and issues regularly to management.

    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Key Skills:

    • Strong written and verbal Communication skills

    • Leadership skills

    • Organization skills

    • Time management skills

    • Reporting skills

    • Problem solving skills

    Education and experience


    • Bachelors in Business
    Administration, Economics, research, or a related field.

    • PGD in Monitoring & Evaluation, Project Management or related field is of added advantage.

    • Minimum 3 years’ experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods

    • The candidate should also have experience managing research projects from start to finish.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    Work Authorization

  • IGREC will not sponsor employment visa for non-Ugandans for this position; we will prioritize candidates who do not require work permit to work in Uganda.

    Compensation

  • Compensation and benefits are commensurate with the qualifications and experience IGREC is hiring for and competitive within Uganda. Other benefits IGREC staff will include health insurance, sick leave and more.

    Job application procedure

  • Please send your application to careers@igrec-ug.org with a cover letter. Attach your updated CV and relevant education and professional documents.

  • Please ensure that your CV includes relevant professional and personal experience and details on academic qualifications. CVs can range from one to two pages. Please note that headshot photographs, parental information, birth dates, marital status and other personal information not relevant to the application do need to be included in your CV.

  • Any queries should be directed to careers@igrec-ug.org

    For more information and job application details see;
    International Growth Research & Evaluation Center Field Manager Jobs in Uganda

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