Head of Research at Center for Strategy and Management Ltd

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and expand the organization’s research agenda so that it contributes to key values and goals of the
• organization: transparent, accountable, participatory, equitable, efficient and effective public finances
• Conceptualize, develop, manage and lead research funding proposals
• Guide, shape and review implementation of research projects, working closely with senior and junior research analysts
• Develop high quality and consistent evidence, drawn from research outputs (working papers, briefs, articles, papers), that can be communicated in both academic and policy circles, using papers, blogs, opinion pieces and social media
• Lead and mentor a dynamic team of research analysts
• Provide a vision for and overall management of the organization’s public finance management Fellowship Program
• Working closely with other senior staff, ensure that research projects and results are effectively linked with other projects, practices and goals of the organization
• Provide research project updates to the Chief Executive Officer, Senior Management Team, research partners, funders and other stakeholders

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s Degree in public policy, public finance or a related field required; Ph.D. preferred
• At least 5-7 years of management experience
• At least 5-7 years of research experience in applied public policy, public finance or related fields
• Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of empirical research methodology
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Independent and organized individual who takes initiative for leadership and able to manage multiple tasks and propose solutions with minimal supervision
• A desire and ability to mentor staff