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Lahore Office
Posted 1 month ago
Position: Research Manager Department: Research and Development Reports to: CEO Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: As the Research Manager, your mission is to spearhead the development and implementation of a robust research strategy aligned with the organization's overarching goals and objectives. In this pivotal role, you will orchestrate comprehensive research projects, ensuring their seamless execution from conceptualization to insightful data analysis. Your leadership will guide a dedicated team of researchers, fostering a culture of excellence, ethics, and knowledge sharing within the research domain. Key Responsibilities: Research Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive research strategy aligned with organization's goals and objectives. Project Management: Plan, manage, and oversee all aspects of research projects, including defining research goals, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Research Design: Create and refine research methodologies, data collection techniques, and survey instruments, ensuring the use of rigorous and ethical research practices. Data Collection: Supervise and conduct data collection activities, which may include surveys, interviews, focus groups, and field visits, to gather relevant information. Data Analysis: Utilize statistical and qualitative analysis techniques to draw meaningful insights from research data, and prepare reports and presentations. Team Leadership: Lead a team of researchers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the successful execution of research projects. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including program managers, donors, and partners, to ensure research findings are effectively communicated and integrated into development programs. Ethics and Compliance: Ensure research activities comply with ethical standards and legal regulations, including the protection of human subjects and data privacy. Knowledge Sharing: Promote the sharing of research findings through publications, conferences, and presentations, contributing to the broader knowledge base in the development sector. Budget Management: Manage research budgets, monitor expenses, and optimize resource utilization. Qualifications:
- A Master's or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, Economics, Sociology, or related disciplines.
- Proven experience in research design, project management, and data analysis within the development sector.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills, proficiency in data analysis.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for reporting and presenting research findings.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Knowledge of ethical guidelines and regulations governing research in the development sector.
- A passion for creating positive social change and a commitment to our organization's mission.
Job Features
Position: Research Manager Department: Research and Development Reports to: CEO Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: As the Research Manager, your […]
Lahore Office
Posted 1 month ago
Position: Manager Monitoring and Evaluation Department: Research and Quality Assurance Reports to: CEO Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: As the M&E Manager, your role is to ensure high standard delivery of our project managing the Monitoring and Evaluation strategy aligned with our donors’ needs. You will play a key role in ensuring effective data collection, analysis, and reporting, aligning with our vision and mission. Through your expertise, you will guide the organization in making data-driven decisions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Key Responsibilities: Strategic M&E Leadership
- Develop and implement the organization's M&E strategy, aligning it with our overall vision and mission.
- Identify and define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track program progress and impact.
- Design and implement qualitative and quantitative data collection methods, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and data analysis tools.
- Manage the M&E data lifecycle, from data collection and cleaning to analysis and reporting.
- Make field visits to any location for observation & monitoring the projects
- Conduct regular data analysis to assess program performance against KPIs and objectives.
- Prepare clear, concise, and informative M&E reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Present findings and recommendations to senior management and program teams in a way that promotes strategic decision-making.
- Provide training and coaching to program staff on M&E processes, tools, and best practices.
- Integrate M&E principles into program design, implementation, and monitoring activities.
- Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making within the organization.
- Monitor Trainings, identify any red flags, Propose solutions according to SOPs
- Ensure the quality and accuracy of M&E data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Monitor compliance with donor requirements and M&E best practices.
- Conduct periodic M&E system audits and implement improvements as needed.
- Master's degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in M&E, preferably in the NGO sector.
- Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing M&E systems.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills, including data analysis tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner.
- Experience working effectively in a team environment and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience working with qualitative research methods.
- Knowledge of donor reporting requirements and M&E best practices.
- Experience using M&E software platforms.
- Strong commitment to social justice and equity.
- Willingness to travel frequently across Pakistan
Job Features
Position: Manager Monitoring and Evaluation Department: Research and Quality Assurance Reports to: CEO Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: As the […]
Lahore Office
Posted 1 month ago
Position: Senior Project Coordinator Reports to: Project Manager / Project Lead Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: The Senior Project Coordinator in DLP holds a critical role in ensuring the seamless implementation of project activities. This professional will bridge between Area Coordinators and Project Manager with a focus on overseeing screening, enrolling, scheduling, and training beneficiaries, with a keen eye on problem-solving, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities: Screening & Training:
- Ensure implementation of project activities: oversee smooth execution of screening/enrolling, scheduling and training of beneficiaries. Problem solving and troubleshooting, improving systems and processes.
- Provide timely feedback on outreach efforts to outreach focal person.
- Lead on community mobilization meetings and meetings with partners/stakeholders for the program where required.
- Ensure smooth onboarding of program beneficiaries managing class scheduling with instructors, provide support for smooth execution of trainings.
- Conduct quality assurance checks of training sessions, review instructor class reports.
- Conduct spot checks (physical and online) to ensure quality results.
- Coordinate with M&E, Outreach, Comms and other units of the program to ensure smooth execution and meeting program goals.
- Raise timely flags on progress on key indicators
- Develop program Gantt chart/ class schedules to ensure timely scheduling of program tasks (including screening calls, giving next cohort dates, timely release of funds and data activation)
- Willingness to work as key program resource and provide support to DLP and CIRCLE where required
- Work on fund-raising opportunities and undertake required research, proposal writing, communications tasks
- Coordinate with all team members for timely delivery of all tasks
- Conduct administrative duties i.e. setting up meetings, analyzing estimates etc.
- Perform duties assigned by the Project Lead
- Manage all data and make reports as per program structure weekly/monthly/quarterly.
- Analyze data for reporting and make appropriate decisions with the help of Project lead.
- Creation and submission of monthly activity plan with budget forecast.
Position: Senior Project Coordinator Reports to: Project Manager / Project Lead Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: The Senior Project Coordinator […]
Faisalabad
Posted 1 month ago
Position: Field Officer Reports to: Senior Project Coordinator Location: Faisalabad Job Purpose: The Mobilizer is responsible for identifying communities, forming community clusters, and building connections with community influencers, government district offices, and local partner organizations. The Mobilizer also conducts alumni checking and physically screens interested participants for training eligibility. As a mobilizer you are required to have good communication and networking skills, along with a strong commitment to promoting digital literacy among low-income women. Key Responsibilities: Representation and Awareness:
- Serve as the representative of CIRCLE in the field, effectively communicating CIRCLE's mission, goals, and values.
- Conduct outreach activities to spread awareness of CIRCLE's digital literacy program among target communities.
- Deliver presentations and engage in discussions to educate communities about the benefits of the program.
- Raise awareness about the issues and problems faced.
- Identify communities with a significant presence of low-income women who can benefit from CIRCLE's training program.
- Encouraging Community involvement and Participation.
- Form community clusters by organizing groups of interested individuals within identified communities.
- Collaborate with Area Coordinator to ensure the effective formation and management of community clusters.
- Build connections and establish relationships with community influencers, such as local leaders, educators, and activists.
- Engage with government district offices to foster collaboration and obtain support for CIRCLE's initiatives.
- Identify and engage with local community-based organizations and potential partner organizations to strengthen program delivery.
- Besides, they should make an impact in a way that they should drive change about Digital literacy and bring people Together.
- Generate a pipeline of potential participants by proactively reaching out to interested individuals and organizations.
- Conduct alumni checking to maintain contact with program graduates, gather feedback, and assess the impact of CIRCLE's training.
- Physically screen individuals who express interest in participating in the training program to determine their eligibility and commitment.
- Assess participants' basic digital literacy skills and readiness for training.
- Document screening results and provide recommendations for further actions.
Position: Field Officer Reports to: Senior Project Coordinator Location: Faisalabad Job Purpose: The Mobilizer is responsible for identifying communities, forming […]
Lahore Office
Posted 1 month ago
Position: Manager HR Department: Human Resource Reports to: CEO Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: The Human Resources Manager at Circle will be responsible for overseeing the entire spectrum of human resources functions within the organization. This includes providing leadership to the HR team, developing and implementing HR policies, and supporting the organization's mission of empowering women through various projects. The HR Manager will collaborate closely with the Assistant Manager HR and other departments to ensure a cohesive and effective human resources strategy aligned with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities: Strategic HR Planning:
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization's mission and objectives.
- Collaborate with senior management to contribute to the overall strategic planning process.
- Leadership and Supervision:
- Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team, including the Assistant Manager HR.
- Supervise and mentor HR staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work culture.
- Oversee the recruitment process for key positions, ensuring a diverse and skilled workforce.
- Work with the Assistant Manager HR to optimize recruitment strategies for women empowerment projects.
- Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with organizational values.
- Address employee relations issues, providing guidance and resolutions as needed.
- Performance Management:
- Develop and implement performance management systems in collaboration with department heads.
- Monitor and evaluate employee performance to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Training and Development:
- Identify training needs and collaborate with the Assistant Manager HR to implement relevant programs.
- Support the professional development of employees working on women empowerment initiatives.
- Develop and update HR policies, ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.
- Communicate policies effectively and ensure adherence across the organization.
- Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, making recommendations for enhancements.
- Oversee the expense reimbursement approval process and claim management.
- Ensure benefits align with the organization's commitment to employee well-being.
- Data Management and Reporting:
- Ensure accurate and confidential maintenance of HR records.
- Generate reports for management, utilizing data for informed decision-making.
- Community Engagement:
- Represent the organization at community events and forums, building partnerships for HR initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Manager HR to strengthen community ties.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience (X years) in a senior HR role, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
- In-depth knowledge of HR principles, policies, and best practices.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives.
Job Features
Position: Manager HR Department: Human Resource Reports to: CEO Location: Lahore Office Job Purpose: The Human Resources Manager at Circle […]
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