Afrikindness
Head of Research - Volunteer
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Volunteer Head of Research
Lead Afrikindness's research and impact strategy. Design evaluation frameworks, measure outcomes, and turn data into compelling evidence. Perfect for research professionals who want to strengthen community-driven work with robust evidence and learning.
What difference will you make?
Funders, partners, and beneficiaries increasingly demand evidence of impact. Your research leadership will help Afrikindness prove what works, learn what doesn't, secure funding, and continuously improve. You'll turn stories into data, data into insight, and insight into greater impact for the families we serve.
What are we looking for?
Essential
- Senior experience in research, evaluation, monitoring & evaluation (M&E), or impact measurement
- Strong understanding of research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods)
- Experience designing and delivering evaluations or impact studies
- Data analysis skills and the ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations
- Knowledge of participatory and community-based research approaches
- Commitment to ethical research practice and safeguarding
- Excellent written communication and ability to produce clear, compelling reports
- Passion for social impact and community empowerment
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Desirable
- Charity or nonprofit sector research experience
- Academic research background (MSc, PhD in social sciences, public health, or related field)
- Experience with data visualisation tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
- Knowledge of the theory of change, logic models, and programme evaluation frameworks
- Grant application or funding proposal experience
- Understanding of equalities, diversity, and intersectionality in research
Hybrid
What will you be doing?
Research Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and lead Afrikindness's research and impact measurement strategy
- Design monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks for programmes
- Advise leadership and trustees on research priorities, methodologies, and ethical practice
- Build a culture of evidence-based practice and continuous learning
Impact Measurement & Evaluation
- Design and implement outcome and impact measurement systems
- Develop data collection tools (surveys, interviews, focus groups, case studies)
- Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to assess programme effectiveness
- Produce evaluation reports, impact summaries, and learning briefs for funders, partners, and stakeholders
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Data & Insight
- Oversee data collection, management, and quality assurance processes
- Use data visualisation and storytelling to communicate findings clearly
- Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities from programme data
- Support grant applications with evidence, statistics, and research summaries
Community-Centred Research
- Champion participatory, co-produced, and community-led research approaches
- Ensure research practices are ethical, inclusive, and culturally sensitive
- Engage beneficiaries in designing, delivering, and interpreting research
- Amplify lived experience and community voice in evidence and advocacy
Knowledge Sharing & Learning
- Disseminate research findings internally and externally (reports, blogs, presentations)
- Support teams to learn from data and adapt programmes accordingly
- Identify best practices, innovation, and learning across the organisation
- Contribute to sector knowledge through partnerships, publications, or networks
Ethical & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure research practices meet ethical standards and GDPR requirements
- Design safeguarding-informed research with vulnerable participants
- Manage data securely and responsibly
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