Research, Data & Statistics Careers at Bright Experts

As a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Professional, you will design and implement robust M&E frameworks to assess the performance and impact of development projects. You will be responsible for the entire M&E cycle, from planning and data collection to analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive M&E plans, logical frameworks, and performance indicator tracking systems.
• Design and manage quantitative and qualitative data collection tools (e.g., surveys, KIIs, FGDs).
• Conduct data analysis to measure project progress against targets and goals.
• Prepare clear and insightful M&E reports for project stakeholders and donors.
• Provide training and capacity building to partners on M&E principles and practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in M&E for non-profit or development organizations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in M&E methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata) and qualitative analysis software (e.g., NVivo).
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with major international donors (e.g., USAID, World Bank).
• Substantial field experience in developing country contexts.

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until October 15, 2025.

This role is ideal for an experienced researcher passionate about exploring complex social questions. You will lead the design and execution of in-depth qualitative studies, turning nuanced human experiences into actionable insights for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design rigorous qualitative research studies, including methodology and sampling strategies.
• Develop effective research instruments like interview guides and focus group protocols.
• Conduct in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and ethnographic observations.
• Perform robust thematic and content analysis of qualitative data using established methodologies.
• Synthesize complex findings into compelling, narrative-driven reports and client presentations.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or Master's degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, or a related social science discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience leading qualitative research projects from start to finish.
• Deep expertise in a wide range of qualitative methods and analytical approaches.
• High proficiency with qualitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, ATLAS.ti, Dedoose).
• Exceptional analytical writing and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting user experience (UX) or market research.
• A portfolio of published academic work or substantive professional reports.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing mixed-methods research.

Application Deadline:

Please submit your application by November 1, 2025, for consideration.