Director of Research

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the creation and execution of NDWAs research agenda and strategy that aligns with NDWAs strategic plan, objectives, and theory of change.

• Oversee the administration of regular online surveys targeting domestic workers.

• Direct and design research initiatives as Principal Investigator, concentrating on policy impact evaluation and primary research regarding domestic worker conditions.

• Utilize advanced quantitative and qualitative methods for analyzing extensive datasets.

• Generate rigorous and engaging research outputs.

• Lead the establishment and implementation of research standards and methodological best practices within the team.

• Design and execute worker-centered research strategies.

• Provide guidance to internal teams on tactics and methods to comprehend the characteristics and circumstances of domestic workers.

• Establish and maintain research collaborations with academic institutions, policy research organizations, and other external partners.

• Supervise a team of researchers.

• Manage the team’s budget, organizational structure, processes, and resource allocation.

• Drive the creation of research grant proposals and oversee research project budgets.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD in economics, sociology, public policy, or a related social science discipline is highly preferred.

• At least 5 years of experience conducting policy-relevant research utilizing mixed methods approaches.

• Demonstrated proficiency in quasi-experimental methods and analysis of large datasets.

• Proven history of leading complex research projects as Principal Investigator.

• Experience in developing and implementing research standards and protocols in community-based environments.

• Strong quantitative skills with expertise in statistical software (e.g., Stata, R).

• Experience in managing and mentoring junior researchers.

• Comprehensive understanding of domestic worker issues and a commitment to worker-centered research methodologies.

• Proficiency in Spanish is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Collaborative work environment with a passionate team.

• Flexible work arrangements.