Program Director - Research and Strategic Initiatives
Quick answer
Verité is hiring a Program Director - Research and Strategic Initiatives (Remote, D.C.) with a salary range of $75,000 - $100,000 annually to lead research projects for corporate clients, foundations, and government funders.
- Role
- Program Director - Research and Strategic Initiatives
- Organization
- Verité
- Location
- Remote, D.C.
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $75,000 - $100,000 annually
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
Program Director for Research and Strategic Initiatives at Verité, leading research projects for corporate clients, foundations, and government funders.
What you'll do
- Lead corporate client, foundation-, and government-funded research and projects
- Oversee staff, consultants, and research partners conducting desk and field research
- Design rigorous field research methodologies and approaches to sampling and data analysis
- Draft and oversee high-quality, client/funder-ready deliverables
- Ensure research ethics and methodological transparency
- Build and maintain productive relationships with clients, funders, government agencies, research partners, civil society organizations, and subject-matter experts
What it takes
- Advanced degree in sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, international development, public policy, human rights, statistics, or a related field
- Minimum of ten years of professional experience conducting and overseeing research on labor rights, human rights, or related fields
- Demonstrated experience developing research methodologies and data-collection tools for qualitative and quantitative desk and field research
- Significant experience with sampling methodologies and the ability to select, document, and communicate sampling approaches appropriate to varied contexts
- Demonstrated quantitative research and data-analysis skills, including the ability to structure, clean, analyze, interpret, and communicate complex datasets
- Experience drafting client- and publication-ready research products, with strong English language writing, editing, synthesis, and data-visualization skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is remote, with the ability to work US East Coast office hours, with occasional domestic and international travel.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $75,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in a relevant field, ten years of professional experience, and demonstrated experience in research methodologies and data analysis.
How do I apply?
Please apply now and indicate you saw this position on Globaljobs.org.
Is the job remote?
Yes, the job is remote, with the ability to work US East Coast office hours, with occasional domestic and international travel.
How to apply
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