Manager & Senior Manager

Manager & Senior Manager

Location options for this role are within any of IDinsight’s countries of work across Africa and Asia – with preference for our six primary offices in Delhi, Manila, Lusaka, Nairobi, Dakar, or Rabat

About this Opportunity

Currently, we are accepting applications but not hiring immediately. This is an evergreen posting for our talent pool at IDinsight, and we review applications on a rolling basis.

Applying is an expression of interest in joining our talent pool for future roles at IDinsight. It is not an offer, and it does not guarantee consideration for any specific role.

When a suitable opening arises, shortlisted candidates from our talent pool are invited into our standard competitive hiring process alongside any new applicants. This typically includes interviews, exercises, and reference checks. Final selection is based on fit and merit as assessed through that process.

We keep applications on file in the talent pool for 6–12 months and reach out only when there is a specific role match.

About IDinsight

We amplify social impact by partnering with leaders to develop tailored solutions. Our mission is to improve lives with data and evidence. We transform how the world fights poverty.

IDinsight is a global nonprofit that equips leaders with the data, evidence and technology to improve lives at scale. We partner with governments, NGOs, multilaterals, and funders to support decisions at every stage of their impact journey – from bold pilots to nationwide scale-ups. Our teams bring rigorous evidence and practical insights so leaders can make informed decisions that truly change lives. With our partners, we are pioneering the next frontier of social impact, where data and technology accelerate progress for millions. We help leaders overcome the three main barriers to impact:

1. Figuring out what works
2. Learning and improving
3. Reaching and operating at scale

We work in multiple countries across Asia and Africa. Our work spans a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, education, health, governance, sanitation, financial inclusion, and other areas.

We have expertise in a variety of rigorous approaches and methodologies, which we tailor to each client depending on their needs and constraints. To achieve a positive social impact we:

• Support our partners with the full ‘data and evidence’ value chain – from primary data collection to data systems, monitoring evaluation and learning tools, and data science
• Inform funding decisions – toward high-impact initiatives and away from less effective programs or approaches
• Create cutting-edge AI-for-good products that make the delivery of social interventions and learning tools more cost-effective and scalable

Our diverse, growing team of roughly 250 outstanding colleagues operate in nearly two dozen countries around the world. Learn more about our mission, values, and principles at www.IDinsight.org.

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.

Nuts & bolts

Location

Associate positions will be based in IDinsight’s office in Makati City, with possible significant regional travel depending on project needs and organizational expansion.

Work authorization

IDinsight sponsors employment visas for all nationalities in these locations; however, we will prioritize candidates who do not require IDinsight to sponsor work authorization in the aforementioned countries. All candidates who are not currently located in our country offices listed above will be expected to relocate to their office locations at the onset of their employment.

Start date & Commitments

Because this is an evergreen posting, start dates are mutually agreed as opportunities arise, taking into account both candidate preferences and project timelines. This recruitment round is part of IDinsight's ongoing effort to build a strong talent pool in anticipation of upcoming roles. While we do not have fixed start dates at this stage, we expect opportunities throughout the year — successful candidates may join as soon as a matching role opens, or later in the year, depending on project timing and organizational needs.

We expect a 2-year minimum commitment, with regular professional development conversations and potential for a long-term career at IDinsight. We welcome applications from individuals excited to contribute to our work and who have some flexibility around when they can start.

Compensation & benefits

Compensation and benefits are commensurate with the qualifications and experiences IDinsight is hiring for and are competitive within the global development sector. We are especially proud of the people-focused benefits we offer including comprehensive international health insurance, including mental health coverage; paid vacation, sick, and parental leave; relocation benefits; a travel stipend; technology and work-from-home stipends; a professional development budget; and more.

How to apply

Click the "Apply for this job online" button at the top right. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis — there is no deadline. The application asks various questions in order for us to get to know you, and requires a CV.

IDinsight’s commitment to reducing power asymmetries

IDinsight is committed to reducing power asymmetries in the social sector. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion reflects our understanding of the need for the sector to abandon unhealthy practices of the past. We wish to be part of a new generation of international NGOs who are honest about this history and transparent about our role in the present. Our commitment is also aligned with the impact of our work.

We seek a workforce that is inclusive of a variety of perspectives that will help us refine and improve our methods and relationships, and strengthen the services we provide our clients and their communities or constituencies. The following commitments represent our vision for the IDinsight team:

1. IDinsight will have greater representation from the populations with whom we work and clients we serve.
2. IDinsight will have greater representation from the countries in which we work.
3. Across all countries in which we recruit, we will seek greater representation from historically excluded communities.
4. IDinsight will foster an inclusive work culture that empowers a diverse team to do their best work.

IDinsight is committed to non-discrimination in our recruitment, employment practices, and organizational culture, regardless of people’s age, disability, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.