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Deadline to apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basisInnovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in New York, NY, Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate “what works” in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.IPA seeks a Country Director in Uganda to oversee one of IPA’s largest country programs. This position provides a unique opportunity to be closely involved in cutting-edge research and to work with top academics. Country Directors oversee multiple impact evaluations at a time in a range of sectors, including agriculture, rural finance and savings, small and medium size enterprises, health, education and others. The Uganda Country Director will also manage a team of more than 40 full-time local and international staff, oversee all country office operations, lead strategic planning and project development for the country office, oversee capacity building of local staff and partners, and lead the dissemination of results to local practitioners and policy makers. The position provides the opportunity to guide the research program in the country, spend significant time in the field, direct in-country operations and manage relationships with key players in development organizations, donors, academia, and government. The Uganda Country Director will also contribute to IPA’s continued expansion by initiating new partnerships and projects in the country.The position requires close interaction with academic researchers, donors, local government agencies, and other NGOs. The Uganda Country Director will also provide ongoing oversight of all project and office operations, including finance and human resource systems, data collection, in-house data entry, and a short-term staff payroll of up to 250 individuals at any given time.· Develop and implement IPA Uganda’s strategic plan, in line with IPA’s global plan and mission.· Identify priority research questions and key concerns for policy makers and initiate and manage the development of corresponding new research proposals· Develop new relationships in order for the country office to maximize its impact· Lead and initiate project development with researchers, funders and partner organizations· Ensure that country office structures can be supported by incoming revenue· Represent IPA Uganda in national and local government agencies and partner organizations. Manage relationships with current and potential IPA partner organizations· Oversee capacity building of local development partners in evidence-based policy making and rigorous impact evaluations· Oversee targeted dissemination of research findings, encourage scale up of successful projects· Manage relationships with and provide services to Principal InvestigatorsOversee and initiate high-quality research· Oversee project design and budgeting during the proposal stage to ensure evaluations meet IPA standards· Ensure that IPA research is implemented according to IPA’s quality standards and Principal Investigators direction· Oversee data collection and data entry operations for all studies and ensure projects meet IPA’s research protocols· Expand the capacity of the country office to program and conduct electronic surveys· Build systems and structures to build staff capacity and ensure overall data quality· Work to incorporate best practices and lessons learned in research and operations by other IPA offices and research affiliatesEnsure sound operations of IPA Uganda· Oversee and manage a team of Project Managers, Associates and Coordinators, whose responsibilities include project design and implementation, data collection, data management and analysis, and reports· Oversee and manage human resources, IT, finance and other support staff with Senior Management within IPA country program· Coordinate office and country-wide meetings and trainings· Oversee office administration, including human resources, information technology, project budgets and accounting· Oversee hiring of long-term IPA staff in the country programOversee finances for the IPA Uganda Ensure proper compliance with financial procedures, approve expenditures, make accurate projections and ensure overall compliance Take steps to mitigate risk and to safeguard the organization’s reputation; and Oversee procurement, safety, billing and security and ensure organizational legal compliance.· Masters degree in international affairs, international public policy, development economics, or field related to international economic development· A minimum of 5 years of management experience· Experience developing new projects and knowledge of human resource and financial management· Experience with budgeting and project planning· Passion for connecting rigorous research to policy makers and practitioners and communicating what works and what does not work in development· Ability to lead a large and complex country program and oversee rigorous impact evaluations· Commitment to leading a diverse team and building staff capacity· Ability to communicate effectively across cultures with multiple stakeholders including international and local academic researchers, government officials, NGO partners, enumeration teams, and study participants· Experience living and working in Africa is required· Experience managing funds from multiple donors required; specific experience with USAID Cooperative Agreements preferred· Excellent management and organizational skills and ability to work independently· Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a team player· Strong quantitative skills and familiarity with randomized controlled trials· Utmost integrity; commitment to the mission of IPA· High proficiency in English; strong oral and written communication skills Complete the J-PAL/IPA common application. Please select the position(s) you are interested in applying for on the 'Submit Application' page. Include two letters of recommendation, statement of purpose (cover letter), CV, and transcripts. We will consider your application even if you are unable to obtain reference letters before the deadline, but please be advised that we will be requiring them should you be invited for an interview.Innovations for Poverty Action is an EOE Employer-MF/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected class. IPA will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at jobs@poverty-action.org or via phone at 1-203-772-2216.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by the Country Director. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs@poverty-action.org. To apply to this position please click the link below and follow the application instructions below.
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