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Director, Strategic Research & Evidence NGO Job World Vision
World Vision International
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 2 days ago (4 Oct 2026) Updated 2 days ago
Job Description
The Director leads strategic research and evidence generation to inform program decisions and donor reporting. Responsibilities include overseeing research design, managing a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring high‑quality data informs impact assessments.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, International Development or related field
- • Extensive experience leading research functions in NGOs or development agencies
- • Proven track record of publishing high‑impact research and securing grants
- • Excellent analytical, writing and stakeholder‑engagement skills
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Define research agenda and strategic evidence priorities for the organization
- • Lead a team of researchers and analysts in designing and executing studies
- • Ensure methodological rigor and data quality across all projects
- • Translate findings into actionable recommendations for program teams and donors
- • Manage research budgets and secure external funding
- • Represent the organization at conferences and stakeholder meetings