Research Manager

About Myna Mahila Foundation
Myna Mahila is an internationally renowned, award-winning, and technology-driven women’s
empowerment NGO and its work has been supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Queen's
Commonwealth Trust, ONGC, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), ITC Limited, Rashtriya
Chemical and Fertilizer Ltd. (RCF), Reliance Foundation, Stanford University, and MIT Solve, among
others. Myna Mahila Foundation works to improve women’s agency, shifts social norms, and empowers women to meet their full potential.
It focuses on women in urban slums and has three verticals:
(1) Myna Health focuses on improving women’s sexual and reproductive health (SRH) outcomes with a reach of 1.5 million women. Teach Menses India (TMI) is its flagship program which provides SRH education, products and services to women and girls through physical programming and digital interventions through the TMI mobile application.
(2) Myna Employ helps provide job opportunities to women through digital work. Most notably, it houses an initiative called Rani Work (digital work for women over smartphones).
(3) Myna Research gathers primary data on women’s agency, employment and health outcomes in urban slums, and runs evaluations, including randomized control trials, to highlight women’s persistent problems and demonstrate solutions for scale. Together, the verticals can help shift mindsets that are holding women back, fostering an environment where women are inspired to speak up like the chatty “Myna” bird.

Overview
As a Research Manager specializing in Project Monitoring and Implementation, you will be responsible
for leading the research team in the design, execution, and analysis of impact evaluations for various
programs in partnership with Myna Mahila Foundation. Reporting directly to the Principal Investigator,
you will ensure the highest standards in research methodology, data collection, and analysis while
maintaining timelines and fostering effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
This role demands a strategic vision, advanced analytical skills, and leadership capabilities to drive the
success of the foundation's research initiatives.

Project Description
This project is part of a Stanford University-led academic research project. The projects aim to study
women’s agency, LLM-bots, women’s health, and employment, specially focusing on women from urban slum communities. The project involves field surveys, research implementation, and partnership management with NGO, academic, and government collaborators.

Key Responsibilities
● Leadership and Management:
○ Lead and manage a multidisciplinary research team to ensure the successful execution of
research projects.
○ Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to meet project goals.
○ Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, providing mentorship and
support to team members.
● Research Design and Methodology:
○ Develop and refine research designs, methodologies, and data collection instruments to
ensure rigorous and reliable results.
○ Coordinate and oversee field surveys, ensuring data integrity and ethical standards are
maintained.
○ Utilize advanced statistical and analytical tools to analyze data and generate insights.
● Project & Budget Monitoring and Research Study Implementation:
○ Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
○ Ensure adherence to project protocols, timelines, and budgets.
○ Collaborate with stakeholders to align project goals and ensure effective implementation.
○ Manage timelines and ensure deliverables are of high quality, meeting the standards and
expectations of all stakeholders.
○ Manage the budget, funding sources, and expense management for the projects.
● Data Management and Analysis:
○ Lead the development and management of data systems for efficient data collection,
storage, and analysis.
○ Conduct comprehensive data analyses and interpret findings to inform program strategies
and policy recommendations.
○ Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and publications to disseminate research findings.
○ Ensure meticulous attention to detail in data handling and reporting, producing regular
internal reports to present to the team and facilitate problem-solving.
● Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
○ Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders, including academic
partners, NGOs, government agencies, and donors.
○ Present research findings to diverse audiences, including policymakers, practitioners, and
academic communities.
○ Represent Myna Mahila Foundation at conferences, workshops, and other relevant
forums.
○ Write materials for grant reports and applications, ensuring alignment with donor
requirements and expectations.
● Documentation and Reporting:
○ Ensure comprehensive documentation of all project activities, methodologies, and
findings.
○ Prepare and submit high-quality reports to donors, partners, and stakeholders as required.
○ Write materials for grant reports and applications, ensuring alignment with donor
requirements and expectations.

Qualifications and Skills:
● Master’s or Ph.D. in Economics, Social Sciences or a related field.
● Minimum of 5 years of experience in research management, with a focus on impact evaluation
and field research.
● Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
● Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Stata, R) and data management tools.
● Strong leadership and team management skills.
● Excellent project management abilities, with a track record of delivering projects on time and
within budget.
● Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
● Experience working with urban slum communities and an understanding of their unique
challenges.
● Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including academic, NGO, and government
partners.
● Commitment to the mission and values of Myna Mahila Foundation