Manager/Senior Manager/Assistant Director (Strategy and Research), FCD/SWD

As part of the Strategy and Research team, you will be part of the Strategy and Women’s Development Division in the Family and Child Development Policy Directorate. You will join a team that conducts family research to inform evidence-based policies, formulates and reviews family-related policies, drives the strategic planning process of MSF’s Family Cluster as well as leads in the organisation of MSF’s flagship biennial Asian Family Conference. Responsibilities • Identify and study emerging trends and assess their impact on families; • Conceptualise, implement and drive family-related research projects; • Analyse and report research and evaluation findings as well as identify their implications for policy and programmes; • Formulate and review policies with other agencies to address potential gaps to support various types of families; • Support the strategic planning process for the Directorate; and • Lead in the planning and organising of the biennial Asian Family Conference Requirements • Relevant qualification e.g., psychology, economics, sociology, business analytics, statistics or related disciplines with strong quantitative skills • At least 3 years of supervisory experience (for the Assistant Director role) • Able to lead projects independently • Able to analyse issues critically and laterally from a strategic perspective • Good grasp of quantitative and qualitative research methods and data analysis techniques • Strong analytical, writing, communication and presentation skills • Good team player with well-rounded interpersonal skills to work across teams and collaborate with stakeholders • Able to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment • Prior experience in policy work or strategic planning, and in conducting research and/or evaluation of social programmes or family research will be an advantage • Proficient in statistical analysis software such as SPSS, STATA, R Only shortlisted candidates will be notified within 4 weeks from the closing date of this position.