Manager, Applied Research
Company: Kinsley Power Systems
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 6, 2024
Job Description:
ABOUT FREEDOM HOUSE
Established more than 80 years ago on the core conviction that
freedom flourishes in democratic nations where governments are
accountable to their people, Freedom House is a non-partisan,
non-profit organization that works to defend and expand freedom
globally to help secure a world where all are free. Around the
world, repressive regimes are preventing billions of people from
exercising their fundamental rights. We identify and analyze
threats to freedom, mobilize decision makers to respond to those
threats and seize opportunities for progress, and support activists
and organizations working to defend and expand freedom. We are
dedicated to ensuring that the United States serves as a positive
model of democratic practice at home and a consistent champion of
freedom globally. By gathering authoritative data and leveraging
our global networks, Freedom House is an unwavering beacon in
protecting human rights and promoting democratic governance.
All Freedom House employees possess a deep and unwavering
commitment to nonpartisanship, with a sustained dedication to the
mission of Freedom House. We have a strong work ethic and a keen
desire for both personal and professional development. The team is
also dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable
workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
POSITION SUMMARY
Freedom House is seeking an experienced Manager, Applied Research
to support an anticipated Department of State, Bureau of Democracy,
Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) funded project on effective
approaches to inclusive human rights programming within Ukraine.
This role is contingent upon receipt of award. The project will
partner with a local Ukrainian organization to collect evidence
across the State Department's human rights portfolio and inform a
new DRL Strategic Approach to programming for the coming years in
Ukraine. The Manager will be joined by Freedom House applied
research specialists who will support the project as well as a
Ukraine-based evaluation team.
In addition to managing this anticipated applied research effort,
the Manager will also contribute to Freedom House's monitoring and
evaluation work across our grants portfolio. This includes
contributing to organizational learning efforts, providing
technical guidance and assistance on monitoring and evaluation of
grants, and support on the design of new projects. This position is
contingent upon project award; the title, qualifications, and
responsibilities may be adjusted based on DRL's final requirements
for the position.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Ukraine Applied Research and Evaluation Fund Management (70%):
Technical Direction of Project:
- Lead a team of researchers to produce a utilization-focused
applied research and evaluation product.
- Contribute to the production of a literature review of
academic, practitioner, and programmatic theories of change
regarding inclusive human rights.
- Support development and implementation of a plan to gather
existing evidence and uncover new evidence to support or refute
identified theories of change in a participatory manner that
includes civil society organizations representing marginalized
communities in Ukraine.
- Participate in the creation of a program framework for new
projects on inclusive human rights in Ukraine in consultation with
stakeholders.
Grant Management:
- Manage project deliverables to achieve objectives, oversee
budget expenditures to ensure that the award is spending at an
appropriate rate and in alignment with project objectives.
- Assume responsibility for high-quality products, deliverables,
program reports and other communications; ensure that DRL, FH, the
program partners, and other key stakeholders receive accurate and
timely information and reports concerning the program;
- Track indicators as part of the project's M&E plan and
produce reports to indicate progress made towards the awards
goals
- Host reflections with the project team and key stakeholders to
adapt the project as needed.Liaise with Freedom House's Europe and
Eurasia team to ensure that project implementation, including
meeting financial and other USG rules and regulations and project
requirements.
Advisory Committee Relations:
- Establish the advisory committee, including gathering inputs
from stakeholders, including Freedom House's Ukraine experts, on
the makeup of the committee.
- Manage relationships with advisory committee members, including
gathering feedback and addressing concerns.
Partner relations:
- Ensure alignment on expectations, roles, and responsibilities
with Freedom House's Ukrainian evaluation partner.
- Ensure the evaluation partner complies with appropriate data,
security, and ethics standards for evaluation, as well as with USG
rules and regulations and project requirements.
- Facilitate access to relevant materials and stakeholders.
Strategy, Evidence and Learning Support (30%):
- Contribute to Freedom House's culture of evidence-based
learning and adaptation
- Support internal communities of practice for Freedom House
staff to share best practices periodically on core Freedom House
themes.
- Train and advise program staff in the use and implementation of
M&E tools and processes
- Support program design for new initiatives
- Support program staff in facilitating project design sessions
to develop theories of change and identify expected results and
benchmarks to track during project implementation.
- Design and update M&E/MEL plans and narratives for
proposals
- Support monitoring and evaluation efforts on other grants as
needed
- Design and adapt data collection tools, processes and
methodologies to meet best practices and standards, including in
high-risk environments and/or with vulnerable populations.
- Operationalize M&E/MEL systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences, research methods,
international affairs, international developments, or a related
field.
- Master's degree in related field or its equivalent
preferred.
Experience:
- 7 years of directly related experience in developing,
implementing, and managing M&E activities of international
development programs or other relevant data analysis
experience.
- Experience technically directing programs and managing USG
grant funds, including budget projections, donor deliverables, and
timelines.
- Experience authoring evaluations of program.
- Familiar with human rights and/or democracy-related issues in
Latin America, Africa, Europe and Eurasia, or Asia. Familiarity
with human rights, governance, and/or democracy-related in Ukraine
preferred.
Technical Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience as a technical lead on an applied
research program.
- Demonstrated expertise in evaluation and the use of
participatory research methods is required.
- Demonstrated skills in both quantitative and qualitative data
collection and analysis methods, and with data
visualization.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken
English. Proficiency in Ukrainian or Russian preferred.
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and
exhibit unquestionable integrity, honesty, and
forthrightness.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to respond promptly
to inquiries in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to successfully work collaboratively with all levels of
employees, management, external partners, and funders.
- Must have the ability to travel internationally as required for
project assignments.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Freedom House established core values are belonging,
collaboration, excellence, integrity, and respect. Through these
values we prioritize creating a supportive and inclusive
environment, emphasize collective efforts for success, are
dedicated to high-quality impactful work, uphold trust through
courage and honesty, and treat everyone with dignity while
appreciating their unique contributions.
- Diversity makes our work stronger. We actively seek a diverse
applicant pool and encourage candidates of all background to apply.
Diverse experiences and perspectives connected to the various
jurisdictions in which Freedom House has programming are a welcome
asset.
- Applicants should complete our online application form and
submit a resume and a cover letter outlining interests and
qualifications for this position.
- Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United
States independent from Freedom House sponsorship.
- This position is contingent upon project award; the title,
qualifications, and responsibilities may be adjusted based on DRL's
final requirements for the position.
COMPENSATION & REWARDS:
- Salaries are commensurate with experience and based on pay
grades that prioritize equity across the organization. Salary range
for this role is $80,000 to $95,000 annualized, dependent upon
experience.
- We are consistently working to retain and attract top talent to
contribute to our continual growth. We are proud to offer an
excellent benefits package including:
- Multiple medical plans, dental, and vision insurance available
on the first date of hire
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to a 10% employer match
- $1,500 yearly professional development reimbursement for
work-related trainings courses or memberships directly related to
employee's position.
- Generous Leave Programs
- Annual paid time off that grows with your employment: 15 days
for 0-2 years, 20 days for 3-5 years, 25 days for 6+ years.
Director level and above start at 25 days.
- Sick Leave: 10 days per year, unlimited roll over year to
year
- 4 paid holidays with the ability to float the day later within
the same calendar year
- Parental leave: 20 days paid
- Bereavement: 3 days paid
- Jury duty: 30 days paid
- Flexible, hybrid work culture with slow down weeks and "no
meeting Fridays"
- Supply annual allocation benefit: $210 for the purchase of home
office equipment
- Mental health and well-being services through KonTerra
Group
- Free gym at the DC office
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Supplemental/Voluntary life insurance
- Employee assistance program
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Essential functions are typically performed in an office
setting or remote work.
- May require long hours including evenings and weekends to
complete tasks.
- Travel to some countries, for business or in some cases
personal reasons, while a Freedom House employee, may not be
advisable or even possible due to high security risks.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions.
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