Sr. Research Manager / Research Manager Monitoring and Evaluation in Development Programmes

Indian Institute of Development Management

Organization: Indian Institute of Development Management (IIDM)

Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

IIDM ( is a leading research-based consulting, training, and Communication for Development (C4D) organization. We collaborate with government departments at both state and central levels, as well as prominent international development agencies, including the World Bank, UNICEF, UNFPA, World Food Programme, USAID, and bilateral donors such as DANIDA etc.

We also partner with international NGOs and foundations including Oxfam, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Save the Children, Aga Khan Foundation, Heifer International, CARE, PATH, and others working across India's development landscape.

Our multidisciplinary team includes experts holding degrees from Ivy League universities, IITs, and other internationally recognized institutions. This diverse expertise enables us to deliver high-quality research and strategic advisory services across multiple sectors including education, public health, livelihoods, WASH, livestock development, agriculture, public policy and governance, women and child development, and nutrition.

We are seeking dynamic research professionals and consultants to join our growing team in roles spanning monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) across India's development sector. These positions offer the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that shape policy and improve outcomes in education, public health, agriculture, and governance.

As a Research Manager or Senior Research Manager, you will lead and contribute to complex research initiatives, from designing evaluation frameworks to conducting field-based impact assessments. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of experts on projects funded by leading international agencies and government departments, gaining exposure to diverse development challenges and innovative solutions.

This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about evidence-based development, enjoy both analytical and field-based work, and want to contribute to meaningful change in communities across India.

Education systems and teacher training

Public health programs and service delivery

Agricultural and livestock development schemes

Policy research and governance

CSR and development impact evaluation

Conduct desk research, literature reviews, and secondary data analysis for MEL activities across development sectors

Lead impact assessments of government schemes in school education, renewable energy, agriculture, and livestock development

Design and execute formative research and KAP (Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices) studies for communication needs assessment

Develop research tools for quantitative and qualitative studies

Design BCC (Behavior Change Communication) tools for C4D interventions

Recruit, train, and supervise field investigation teams for research studies

Support capacity-building initiatives as a faculty resource person

Supervise data collection and ensure quality assurance of field activities

Conduct HRD/OD (Human Resource Development/Organizational Development) interventions and action research

Assist media production teams in content and script development

Undertake field visits, facilitate workshops and training sessions, and lead M&E activities

Execute other assignments as directed by Subject Matter Experts and the Executive Director

Travel extensively throughout India as required by project needs

Master's or Doctoral degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Management, Development Studies, Public Policy, Public Health, or a closely related discipline

2-5 years of experience in qualitative and quantitative research, large-scale surveys, or action research

Background in education, development economics, formative research, or BCC preferred

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required

Experience with SPSS or R for data analysis preferred

Familiarity with SurveyCTO or KoboToolbox for data capture preferred

Willingness to travel extensively across India

Must be based in Bhopal or able to relocate independently (relocation assistance not provided)

Compensation commensurate with educational qualifications and relevant experience

Initial appointment on probationary basis

Opportunity for regular absorption upon successful completion of probation

Interested candidates should submit the following documents to by January 31, 2025 :

Detailed curriculum vitae (CV)

Recent passport-sized photograph

Cover letter highlighting relevant experience

Email Subject Line: Application for Research Manager/Sr. Research Manager (Your Name)

Indian Institute of Development Management (IIDM)

E-7/136, Lajpat Society, Arera Colony

Bhopal , Madhya Pradesh

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HR Contact: Dr. Manohar Kumare, HRD Officer

IIDM is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender, caste, religion, or disability status.