Associate Director/Director - Research & Data - PhD

Associate Director/Director - Research and Data (PhD from Tier 1 international universities only)

A leading research organisation is seeking an exceptional, entrepreneurial leader to drive socially impactful, evidence-driven projects in India. This person would also contribute to strategic decisions, client development, and high-level people development and operations for their India office(s).

This role will be supported by the organisation's India Director, the CEO and the rest of the Partner team, and will assume responsibility for driving large pieces of the organisation's work and growth in India.

- Managing a portfolio of projects (70%): The (Associate) Director will oversee projects, teams, and people in our dynamic India office. This includes driving projects toward achieving social impact, and mentoring and supporting the organisation's high-performing staff

- Contribute to the organisation's strategy (10%): The (Associate) Director will be responsible for working closely with the CEO and Partners to craft, refine and execute on realizing the organisation's strategy in India

- Client development (10%): Meaningful relationships with clients represent the foundation of the organisation's model. The (Associate) Director will establish him/herself as an expert and trusted advisor to development leaders to increase program effectiveness and shape evidence-based action in the region. S/he will help design and develop new client engagements in which the data and evidence we generate is used to improve the social impact of our clients- programs

- Operational support (10%): As a senior leader in the office, the (Associate) Director will contribute to highly efficient country operations. The (Associate) Director will be involved in recruitment and hiring as the India office continues to grow, and work with our regional and global operations teams to ensure excellent systems, people, processes, and policies are developed and executed within the India office

Team Structure

The (Associate) Director will report to and will be supported by the India Regional Director & the CEO. This person can expect to directly manage 5 to 6 Senior Managers and Managers (and their respective teams of around 25). The India Operations Director, Global Operations team, and India

The organisation is growing and evolving quickly. We may suggest other suitable roles to candidates who apply, based on the overlap between the organisation's needs and candidates- experience and qualifications.

Career Progression

Career and skill development is a priority for all IDinsight employees. IDinsight's entrepreneurial culture allows for the role to be tailored to individual passions, goals and preferences.

Qualifications

- Deeply passionate about international development and social impact and strongly aligned with the organisation's vision and mission

- Focus on using evidence to improve social impact - fluency in impact evaluation and latest evidence tools a plus

- Advanced degree (Master's or Doctoral) preferred, preferably in public policy, economics, public administration, business or public health

- Relevant experience in international development, including managerial experience in a developing country (ideally in South Asia).

- Proven ability to be an inspiring leader in a dynamic, multicultural environment

- Record of driving organizational growth especially in building strong stakeholder and client relationships. Plus if experience includes Indian government.

- Thrives in entrepreneurial setting, and able to adapt to dynamic growth and change

- Outstanding interpersonal skills and client management experience

- Willingness to travel as needed and work with remote colleagues

- Lifelong learner with keen intellectual curiosity and sense of humor

Location

Full-time based in New Delhi.

Compensation

Dependent on relevant experience and background. Highly competitive with similar roles. Benefits include two round-trip flights to home city per year, retirement plan, generous leave, relocation allowance, comprehensive health insurance, and technology stipend.

Two-year commitment required. Start date is flexible.