GiveDirectly
ProgramManager,Research
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“Program Manager, Research at GiveDirectly. Skills: Research programs, Data collection, People management, Communication skills. Build and maintain field protocols. Oversee day-to-day execution of data collection”
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven experience managing research programs including study design, partner coordination, data quality oversight, IRB/ethics compliance, and dissemination of findings., Experienced people manager with a track record of building high-performing research teams, delivering results through others, and establishing robust research systems and processes., Collaborative management style with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across diverse teams including field staff, academic partners, and global leadership., Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex research findings for a range of audiences including field teams, policymakers, donors, and external research partners., Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments where success requires adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and a significant degree of learning by doing.
Nice to Have
Advanced degree preferred.
What You'll Do.
Build and maintain field protocols
Oversee day-to-day execution of data collection
Oversee day-to-day execution of field research activities
Translate research strategy into operational reality
Build systems for rigorous research
Build relationships for rigorous research
Build outputs for rigorous research
Ensure timely research delivery
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Build trust across diverse teams; Collaborate with field staff; Collaborate with academic partners; Collaborate with global leadership
Communication Scope
Exceptional written communication; Exceptional verbal communication; Translate complex research findings
Process & Methodology
Program management, Research program management, Study design, Data quality oversight, IRB/ethics compliance
Full Job Description
GiveDirectly has delivered more than $1B in cash directly to 2+ million people living in poverty across 15 countries since 2011. We believe cash transfers are one of the most scalable, cost-effective, and dignified forms of aid, with the research to back it up. Our work has been covered by The Economist, NPR, TED, and The Washington Post. We are one of Time100’s Most Influential Companies of 2026. Our culture is candid, analytical, and non-hierarchical. We support high ownership and real professional growth. Curious about what it's really like to work here? Read our values and hear from the people who do. If they resonate, this could be a great fit! About the Role The Program Manager, Research is responsible for the end-to-end implementation of the research and learning agenda in the field for the Canva project (and potentially all Malawi research projects). Working closely with the Senior Manager, this role translates high-level research strategy into operational reality - building the systems, relationships, and outputs needed to deliver rigorous, timely research. What You’ll Do Field Implementation Build and maintain field protocols grounded in the Senior Manager’s research agenda Oversee day-to-day execution of data collection and field research activities across M advanced degree preferred. Strong alignment with GiveDirectly's values and a genuine commitment to evidence-based approaches to poverty alleviation. Proven experience managing research programs including study design, partner coordination, data quality oversight, IRB/ethics compliance, and dissemination of findings. Familiarity with data collection tools (SurveyCTO, Commcare) data analysis tools (e. g. Stata, R, Python) and data visualization tools (e. g. Adobe, Canva, Flourish) Experienced people manager with a track record of building high-performing research teams, delivering results through others, and establishing robust research systems and processes. Collaborative management style with excellen
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