Senior Associate and Lead Consultant at ID insight

Location: East and Southern Africa, specifically Kenya and Zambia. About IDinsight We drive social change by collaborating with key stakeholders to create customized solutions. Our objective is to enhance lives through data-driven insights and empirical evidence. We revolutionize global approaches to poverty alleviation. ID insight is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering leaders with the essential data, evidence, and technology needed to drive meaningful improvements in lives on a large scale. Through strategic collaborations with governments, non-governmental organizations, multilateral, and funders, we facilitate informed decision-making at every critical stage of their impact journey—from the implementation of bold pilot programs to the execution of nationwide scale-up initiatives. Our multidisciplinary teams deliver rigorous evidence and actionable insights, ensuring leaders can make decisions that yield transformative results. In partnership with our stakeholders, we are shaping the future of social impact, leveraging data and technology to expedite progress for millions. Our mission is to assist leaders in addressing the three primary obstacles to achieving impact: Figuring out what works Learning and improving Achieving operational excellence and driving scalable growth are central objectives. This role demands the ability to consistently deliver results in high-volume environments while maintaining efficiency and effectiveness. Proficiency in managing large-scale operations, optimizing processes, and leveraging resources to meet expanding demands is essential. Our operations extend across diverse nations in Asia and Africa, encompassing a broad spectrum of sectors such as agriculture, education, health, governance, sanitation, financial inclusion, and beyond. As a team, we possess extensive experience in applying a wide range of rigorous methodologies and approaches, customizing them to align with the unique needs and constraints of each client. Our commitment to driving meaningful change is reflected in our efforts to generate a tangible and positive social impact, through the following initiatives: Provide comprehensive support to partners throughout the entire ‘data and evidence’ lifecycle, encompassing primary data collection, data systems development, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and advanced data science applications. Evaluate funding allocations to prioritize high-impact initiatives while systematically reducing support for less effective programs or strategies. Develop innovative AI-driven solutions designed for social good, with the goal of enhancing the efficiency and scalability of social intervention programs and educational tools. Our global team, comprising approximately 250 exceptional professionals, operates across nearly two dozen countries. To explore our mission, values, and guiding principles in greater detail, please visit www.IDinsight.org. The Associate & Senior Associate position involves a dynamic blend of responsibilities tailored to both career stages, with a focus on delivering exceptional client service and contributing to the firm’s strategic objectives. As an Associate, you will collaborate closely with senior team members to execute complex projects, conduct thorough research, and assist in preparing high-impact deliverables. In the Senior Associate capacity, you will assume greater ownership, leading initiatives, mentoring junior colleagues, and playing a pivotal role in client relationship management. Both roles require a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in [relevant skills/tools], and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Qualifications include [specific degrees/certifications] and [X] years of relevant experience, with demonstrated success in [specific industry/function]. ID insight’s Associate and Senior Associate positions are designed for early-career professionals who demonstrate a strong commitment to witnessing firsthand the impact of evidence-based decision-making. These roles offer extensive, multifaceted experience, encompassing responsibilities such as conducting rigorous research and analysis, overseeing data collection processes, engaging with clients, and fostering team collaboration. We are in search of candidates who exhibit intellectual curiosity, resilience, and a strong sense of teamwork, alongside a profound dedication to driving large-scale societal improvements. This position goes beyond conventional business hours, demanding adaptability to global time zones, the juggling of multiple deadlines, and on-site engagements at distant project locations. You will tackle practical implementation obstacles, yet this dynamic environment offers substantial career advancement opportunities, with many professionals progressing to senior positions within ID insight. Key Responsibilities Associates and Senior Associates play a pivotal role in fulfilling the following responsibilities: Overseeing the project team’s workflow, systems, and while ensuring alignment with project plans. Facilitating the seamless day-to-day execution of project tasks and spearheading internal coordination initiatives. Designing research methodologies, collecting or sourcing data, performing technical analysis, and creating visualizations or final deliverables to support project objectives. Develop client-facing deliverables such as comprehensive reports, strategic slide decks, and impactful presentations, designed to guide informed decision-making and facilitate effective client actions. Crafting strategic communications to amplify awareness of ID insight’s initiatives and key takeaways, enhancing sectoral understanding, and fostering a shift toward evidence-based policy and practices. Here’s the paragraph: The role involves assisting the team in cultivating robust client relationships while developing key talking points and presentation materials for client engagements. Directing comprehensive data collection initiatives, this role involves supervising every aspect of the process to uphold data integrity, encompassing questionnaire design, sample selection, team management, data analysis, and synthesis of findings. As required by project demands, you will visit various locations, including project sites, ID insight offices, embedded client locations, and other relevant areas. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance internal team dynamics, design, and deploy organizational systems, and contribute strategically to overall company growth. Contributing to the development and enhancement of office life and culture includes organizing and facilitating All Hands Meetings, spearheading team building initiatives, actively participating in committee events, and collaborating with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Working Groups. Recent projects undertaken by Associates and Senior Associates include a diverse array of initiatives and engagements. In collaboration with multiple African governments, this role aims to enhance evidence-based decision-making in key areas including women’s economic empowerment, education, and economic growth. Providing assistance to multi-workstream initiatives with health organizations focused on measurement and learning, this role involves developing cost models, compiling and interpreting evidence, and projecting health system savings across various countries. Associates will contribute through econometric analysis, client interactions, and modeling efforts spanning multiple regions. Conduct randomized evaluations of development interventions, overseeing key associate responsibilities such as leading data cleaning initiatives, performing quantitative analyses, and drafting comprehensive reports. Additionally, coordinate dissemination workshops with government partners and address practical implementation challenges encountered in real-world settings. Associates contribute to the execution of school-level randomized controlled trials (RCTs) focused on evaluating educational interventions. Their responsibilities include compiling comparative analyses that assess the performance of treatment schools in relation to comparable non-participating institutions, while also offering actionable recommendations for performance enhancement. Serving on ID insight’s internal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion working group as a member of the Recruiting Committee, Careers & Promotions Committee, and/or the Work Culture Committee. Qualifications ID insight Associates and Senior Associates are drawn from diverse academic and professional disciplines. Candidates for these positions should possess the qualifications outlined below: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Policy Research, Development Studies, Engineering, Environmental Science, Political Science, Public Policy, or a closely related discipline is required. Professional Rewriting: A minimum of two to five years of progressive professional experience is required in fields such as international development, research and evaluation, data analytics, consulting, or program management. Strong proficiency in analytical methods is essential, with demonstrated experience—whether through professional practice or academic study—in econometrics, data analysis, statistical tools, and both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Demonstrated excellence in crafting clear, concise written content, with a proven capacity to convert complex technical terminology into polished, policy-focused documentation. Demonstrates a capacity to grasp intricate ideas rapidly, even without extensive background knowledge, coupled with a proactive approach to mastering new concepts, abilities, and techniques. Behaviors and Mindsets Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to handle demanding workloads with efficiency while consistently meeting deadlines. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal abilities, facilitating productive interactions with a diverse range of stakeholders—from young learners to high-level government representatives—and actively contributes as a collaborative team member. Proven track record of initiative and adaptability, with a capacity to learn rapidly and perform effectively under pressure. Demonstrates resourcefulness and perseverance when confronting obstacles. Intellectually curious professionals who actively contribute ideas, challenge conventional thinking, and foster collaborative growth by inviting diverse viewpoints are highly valued. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and collaboration in multicultural and cross-functional teams, consistently fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment for colleagues across the global organization. Demonstrates a strong commitment to alleviating global poverty and enhancing the well-being of underserved communities. Open to undertaking extended travel assignments to remote and rural locations, provided that appropriate safety measures are in place. Additional Preferred Qualifications Proven expertise in statistical analysis and data collection software, including State, SPSS, R, Survey CTO, and/or Open Data Kit. Proficiency in the local language(s) of the assignment country—Swahili or one of Zambia’s indigenous languages—along with a strong grasp of the local context, is required. Experience in research, program evaluation, or development work within East Africa or Southern Africa, either through prior professional roles or internships, is required. Career Development ID insight places significant emphasis on professional and career growth, aligning it with our organizational values and long-term impact strategy. Associates and Senior Associates benefit from close mentorship by ID insight leadership, collaboration with high-caliber peers, and the freedom to take ownership of their projects. They actively develop and execute professional growth plans, while engaging in challenging assignments that broaden their skill sets. Structured evaluations and ongoing feedback are consistently provided to foster continuous improvement. Furthermore, Associates and Senior Associates receive an annual stipend for professional development, which they are encouraged to use toward exploring career aspirations and skill enhancement. Alumni Placement Former Identifiers who have served as Associates and Senior Associates have gone on to achieve remarkable success in both education and professional endeavors. Many have ascended to management and leadership positions within ID insight itself, while others have launched their own ventures or secured roles at prestigious organizations. These accomplished individuals have joined leading private-sector firms such as Bain & Company and McKinsey & Company, as well as influential non-profits and global institutions, including the Clinton Health Access Initiative, Give Directly, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank’s Young Professionals Program. Graduates have successfully pursued advanced degrees at prestigious institutions such as Harvard, MIT, Stanford, Cambridge, the London School of Economics, UC Berkeley, the University of Chicago, and several others. Nuts & Bolts Location Associate positions are to be stationed at ID insight’s offices in either Lusaka, Zambia, or Nairobi, Kenya. These roles may entail extensive regional travel, contingent upon project requirements and the organization’s growth plans. Work Authorization ID insight is dedicated to fostering a diverse international workforce and provides employment visa sponsorship for candidates of all nationalities. Nevertheless, the organization gives preference to applicants who are citizens of Zambia or Kenya, or who already hold valid work authorization in these countries, as this eliminates the need for ID insight to arrange work permits. Start Dates Associates and Senior Associates selected through this recruitment drive will commence their roles between September and November 2026, with start dates determined collaboratively based on candidate availability, individual preferences, and the operational requirements of ID insight projects. Compensation & Benefits ID insight’s compensation and benefits packages are tailored to align with the qualifications and experience levels of the candidates being hired. The organization provides a robust benefits package that includes comprehensive international health insurance—with mental health support—paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, relocation assistance, travel stipends, technology allowances, work-from-home stipends, and a professional development fund, among other offerings. Although ID insight strives to remain competitive within the global development sector, as a non-profit entity, its compensation structures typically fall short of those offered by leading private-sector organizations.

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