Manager & Senior Manager at IDinsight

About the role


IDinsight Managers and Senior Managers are dynamic leaders who drive evidence-informed decision-making at scale. These roles provide diverse, high-impact experiences spanning strategic client advisory, technical excellence, team leadership, and organizational growth. We seek intellectually curious, resilient, and team-oriented individuals who, in addition to developing professional and technical skills, are highly motivated to grapple with the difficulties and unpredictability of trying to improve lives at scale.


Managers and Senior Managers are responsible for the following areas of work:

Leading client engagements and building trusted advisor relationships


Overseeing all aspects of client projects to deliver high-quality outputs that drive social impact
Providing strategic counsel and establishing themselves as experts and trusted advisors to senior leaders in governments, foundations, NGOs, and socially impactful businesses
Managing client expectations, navigating complex stakeholder dynamics, and maintaining strong relationships throughout project lifecycles


Driving technical excellence across projects


Directing project teams' technical work and leading evaluation design, research methodology, and analytical approaches tailored to client needs and decision contexts
Engaging internal and external technical experts to strengthen project quality and rigor
Developing a deep understanding of econometrics, data science, field experiment, and qualitative methods to guide appropriate tool selection
Creating and reviewing high-quality deliverables, including policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and strategic communications that translate evidence into actionable insights


Managing project execution and team coordination


Overseeing project management systems, timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure efficient execution
Ensuring quality control throughout all project phases from design through final delivery
Managing full project budgets, strategically allocating resources to maximize impact and efficiency, and anticipating budget risks early and offering solutions to stay on track
Managing project and office-related safety and security risk management for team members
Adapting project plans in response to field realities, client needs, and emerging challenges


Mentoring and developing junior staff


Professionally developing Associates and Senior Associates by providing regular coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities aligned with individual development paths
Building high-performing, cohesive teams that deliver exceptional results


Contributing to organizational growth and development


Contributing to client development and external communications by identifying opportunities, generating ideas, and leading concept note and proposal creation
Contributing to IDinsight's organizational evolution by refining methodologies, piloting new approaches, and improving internal systems
Engaging in knowledge sharing, internal training, and cross-office collaboration


Managers will be staffed on IDinsight projects according to various factors including organizational need, timeline and availability, team dynamics, skills optimization, and professional growth and development. While we aim to factor in individual preferences whenever possible to staffing decisions, they are one of many factors in the project staffing process.

Qualifications

Credentials


Graduate degree (Master's or PhD) in economics, statistics, public policy, development studies, or related quantitative/social science fields
6-10 years of progressive work experience in international development, research and evaluation, data analytics, consulting, or program management, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities


Knowledge, skills, and abilities


Advanced analytical and methodological expertise, with proven ability to design and oversee rigorous econometric analyses, mixed-methods research strategies, and complex evaluation frameworks
Exceptional writing and communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex technical findings into strategic recommendations for diverse audiences, including executive leadership, donors, and policymakers
Strategic thinking capabilities with demonstrated ability to identify emerging trends, anticipate challenges, and translate organizational priorities into actionable research and programmatic agendas
Proven ability to mentor and develop junior staff, providing technical guidance and building analytical capacity within teams


Behaviors and mindsets


Strong project and people management skills, with ability to oversee multiple workstreams simultaneously, delegate effectively, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with experience navigating complex partnerships across government agencies, donor organizations, implementing partners, and senior leadership
Demonstrated strategic leadership as a proactive problem-solver who anticipates obstacles, develops innovative solutions, and drives initiatives forward independently
Deeply passionate about combating poverty worldwide and improving lives in disadvantaged populations


Additional preferred qualifications


Fluency in the local language(s) of country placement and/or prior in-country management experience
Track record of peer-reviewed publications, policy influence, or thought leadership in international development
Experience managing budgets, grants, or donor relationships


Candidates will be evaluated for a Manager vs. Senior Manager role based on their qualifications, previous experiences, and performance in the hiring processes. Additionally, candidates may be considered for other available roles based on experience and qualifications.