Project Manager – Impact Services

Job Background

About Us 

ASSIST Asia is a self-sustaining Pan-Asian NGO with its HQ in the Philippines and a footprint across South & SE Asia. Focused on social improvement and sustainable transformation, we have implemented over 300 projects in 25 countries in the last 20 years with various agencies including ADB, AfDB, DEG, GIZ, IFC, UNICEF, UNIDO, UNHCR and World Bank as well as private corporations including Puma, Holcim, Nestle, Philips and Schneider amongst others. 

ASSIST Development Solutions (ADS) is a strategic unit within the ASSIST ecosystem to help development stakeholders augment their social impact and catalyze social change through a range of solutions covering communication, visibility, learning, knowledge management and technical assistance. We operate on the principles of innovation and insight while approaching any engagement to create maximum impact. 

About the Role 

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead and oversee research activities, including baseline, midline, and endline assessments, surveys, fieldwork, focus gro discussions (FGDs), and other data gathering procedures. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional expertise in data quality and assurance, report writing, data validation, and creating effective methodologies for comprehensive research projects. 

The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all data collection activities are conducted with accuracy, consistency, and in line with established standards. Additionally, they will play a critical role in the analysis, validation, and presentation of research findings to support informed decision-making a strategic planning. 

The candidate will work in a multicultural environment and gain significant insights into the creative a development sector. Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:

Responsibilities

  • Expert Management – Coordinate internal and external subject matter expert resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of the projects 
  • Timeline & Budget – Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
  • Planning – Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress to be shared with clients as well as other staff members 
  • Relationship Management – Manage the relationship with the client, consultants, SME’s and relevant stakeholders and third party suppliers or vendors. 
  • Documentation – Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation of deliverables, feedback and execution. 
  • Meetings – Participate in regular alignment meetings with the client to take detailed ordering briefs, feedback, and interim deliverables and clarify specific requirements of each milestone 
  • Progress Tracking – Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion  short and long-term goals on internal project management tool – ProofHub 
  • Budget Management – Meet budgetary objectives, maintain project budget sheet and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis 
  • Project Assets – Develop spreadsheets to support financial documentation, closure documentation and administrative documents to support the project deliverables. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Research & Data Management: 
    •  Lead all phases of research projects, including planning, fieldwork, and assessment
    • Ensure high-quality data collection, adherence to timelines, and budget compliance.
  • Methodology Development: 
    •  Design and implement research methodologies tailored to project goals. 
    •  Maintain accuracy, reliability, and appropriateness for target populations. 
  • Data Quality Assurance: 
    • Conduct data validation, audits, and quality checks to ensure reliability. 
    • Develop processes to maintain data integrity and ethical compliance. 
  • Field Coordination: 
    • Manage, train, and support research teams on protocols and best practices. 
    • Oversee fieldwork logistics, scheduling, and stakeholder engagemen 
  • Report Writing & Analysis: 
    • Prepare detailed, actionable reports with synthesized data insights. 
    • Present findings in clear, structured formats for diverse audience 
  • Stakeholder Communication: 
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to align on research objectives and deliverables. 
    • Communicate findings effectively to internal and external partner

Qualifications

  • Education 
    • Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Research, Statistics, or related fiel 
  • Experience 
    • At least 3 years of professional experience in research project management, data collection, and monitoring & evaluation. 
    • Proven experience in managing baseline, midline, and endline assessments, surveys, and other research activities. 
    • Strong background in designing and implementing research methodologies, data validation, and data quality assurance. 
  • Skills and Competencies: 
    • Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods (e.g., surveys, FGDs, interviews, fieldwork 
    • Proficient in data analysis tools and software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R, Excel, or others ASSIST Development Solutions (ADS) Project Manager – Impact Services
    • Excellent report writing skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear, concise, and actionable manner. 
    • Strong understanding of data quality control and assurance processes. 
    • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to train and guide field staf Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. 
  • Personal Attributes: 
    • Detail-oriented and organized. 
    • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently. 
    • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to address challenges creatively. 
  • Additional Requirements: 
    • Ability to travel to field locations as required for data collection activities 
    • Flexibility to work on weekends or outside regular office hours if necessary

 

Interested candidates, please send your CV to [email protected] and [email protected] ASSIST Development Solutions (ADS) Project Manager – Impact Services

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