Research Manager

About the organization

Impact investing is one of the most important social innovations of our time, and interest in it is exploding. The Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), founded in 2009 and backed by leading funders such as Ford Foundation, Omidyar Network, Prudential, The Rockefeller Foundation, and VISA Foundation, has a global network of 50,000 on six continents and a formal membership of over 400 impact investing organizations in 50+ countries. The GIIN works to mobilize a global community of leading financial institutions and others to dramatically increase the amount of capital being deployed to effective solutions to social and environmental challenges around the world. To learn more about the work we do and impact investing, please visit https://thegiin.org

About the position

The GIIN is widely recognized for providing high-quality practitioner-oriented insights into the impact investing market and state of practice, helping to bridge critical knowledge gaps facing actors across the ecosystem. Key research themes include market activity and trends, financial and impact performance, and impact measurement and management. The GIIN conducts both qualitative and quantitative research using primary and secondary data collection methods. We are currently seeking a full-time Research Manager to join the Research team that can manage full project suites and programmatic activity.

The Research Manager will manage full research projects on impact performance, impact investing activity, impact measurement & management practice, and other impact investing topics. The main focus of the role includes:

• Contribute to the research team agenda by engaging in all steps of the research process – conception, design, data collection, analysis, drafting, and dissemination – in an organized, collaborative, and resourceful manner.
• Manage project team members effectively to implement the research process.
• Drive efficient completion of research projects, including by:
• Effectively managing full work streams within the Research Team portfolio by developing resilient workplans, delegating and empowering appropriately, and executing own responsibilities to a high standard.
• Designing, and overseeing the implementation of, primary and secondary data collection methods as appropriate to the project.
• Conducting, and overseeing the execution of, high quality quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including regression analysis as needed, using Excel, R or Python, and SQL
• Building and reviewing compelling interactive data dashboards and visualizations through Tableau, Excel, and R to present research in digestible, dynamic ways.
• Drafting, and overseeing the development of, engaging and compelling research reports and other output products.
• Craft multipronged dissemination plans and execute dissemination events, including presenting research insights, facilitating discussions, and engaging with stakeholders. including investors and funders in meaningful ways that can inform and influence the work of practitioners.
• Additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

The Research Manager must be genuinely excited by the power of data and rigorous evidence – and the role that it can play in helping impact investors make more informed decisions. This means an analytical, organized, resourceful, and responsible individual with a high degree of professionalism. The Research Manager must also be adaptive, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have an interest in impact investing and demonstrated quantitative research experience, with an ability to manage projects and people.

Requirements:

• At least five years of work experience in a relevant field: (impact) investing, capital market advisors, data analytics, management consulting, impact measurement, practitioner-oriented business/investing research, or policy evaluation.
• At least a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Finance, Political Science, International Development, Sociology, Psychology, Behavioral Science).
• High quality fundamental research skills, including the ability to conduct rigorous data analysis (including determining analytical/statistical methods and structuring data), interpreting and synthesizing statistical results, and to write high quality reports that effectively communicate complex ideas (although not required, we have a strong preference for quantitative strength to conduct advanced regression analysis).
• Strong quantitative skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity in managing relational databases, as well as familiarity with R.
• A demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, requiring the ability to seamlessly multi-task, prioritize and adapt management style to suit the circumstances.
• Success with both executing research and overseeing execution by others, including via managing project teams across organizations and time zones.
• Experience managing highly driven and ambitious direct reports towards success by providing appropriate levels of independence, guidance, and coaching.
• The ability to represent the Research Team and the GIIN with, and to cultivate and manage relationships with, high-level stakeholders in the impact investing ecosystem.
• Personable, engaging presence, with diplomacy, tact, and good humor.

Flexibility

This position will be based in our New York City office with significant remote work flexibility offered through the GIIN’s hybrid in-person/remote work model. Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States that does not require employment visa sponsorship.

Compensation

The GIIN is committed to pay equity. Salary offers are determined based on experience and qualifications. Salary for this position is between $62,000-$75,000, with an excellent benefits package.

We aim to offer competitive salaries and benefits and are committed to equality, trust, and consistency in compensation. Basing compensation on someone’s willingness and ability to negotiate or on their prior salary can lead to unfair outcomes in how people are paid, particularly for individuals experiencing barriers. Therefore, we do not ask for prior pay history from our candidates and our offer-making process is negotiation-free for salaries and benefits.

To apply

Please apply with your CV here.

The GIIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.