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Job Summary

Job Title:
Data Manager (Associate)
Employer:
Busara
Location:
Kampala
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
social science jobs
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Friday, 3 April 2026

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Since 2014, Busara has evolved from a small behavioral science lab in Nairobi into a boutique research and advisory organization. Our diverse team of over 130 staff from 15+ countries has engaged in diverse projects across more than 50 countries in sectors like agriculture, health, governance and inclusive finance. While headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, we have expanded our footprint with offices now in India, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Latin America.

Full-time

Deadline: 

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Data Manager (Associate) Job at Busara

Busara

Job Description

The Data Manager supports both the advisory and research arms of Busara by leading the planning, execution, and day-to-day management of Busara projects.

As primary project manager for all external Busara projects, a Data Manager quickly gains an expert understanding of a particular problem or research question and uses all tools at their disposal, both within and outside Busara to execute an engagement to the highest possible degree, with careful consideration of timing and budget. The Data Manager develops creative and rigorous solutions to client and partner needs and manages both internal and external relationships with energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism.

The Data Manager directly manages other project staff who work on their project, as well as liaises with other Busara teams, and is expected to coordinate and manage staff effectively.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

The Data Manager will work closely with Busara offices and directly with academic researchers and advisory clients to perform a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to:

  • Engage in multiple large-scale research and advisory projects at a given time.
  • Plan, manage, and execute external and internal engagements independently from start to finish with limited supervision.
  • Incorporate the latest research in qualitative and quantitative methods, behavioral science, psychology, economics, and development to provide creative solutions to engagements.
  • Manage and conduct qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis.
  • Design, launch, and analyze effective quantitative and qualitative survey instruments with coordination among project staff (Analysts, Project Leads, Data and Programming, and Operations teams).
  • Serve as a point of contact for clients and partners. Effectively manage the needs of stakeholders through proactive communication and troubleshooting.
  • Contribute to project on-boarding and off-boarding for knowledge management.
  • Responsible for project timelines, deliverables, reports, and staffing.
  • Contribute to the creation of proposals, concept notes, and pitch decks for new business opportunities and knowledge sharing. Present at conferences, networking events, or client meetings.
  • Contribute to the design, execution, and dissemination of Busara internal research projects.
  • Participate in field work for assigned projects as may be required.
  • Work closely to lead or support other data managers to fulfill engagement requirements.
  • Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the project supervisor.

Core organizational responsibilities:

  • In addition to project responsibilities, the Data Manager also have the following organizational responsibilities to ensure a healthy and functioning organization.
  • Work with the Associate team to conduct goal-setting exercises, objectives and key results, and team building events.
  • Contribute to skills-building workshops for Associate teams.
  • Assist with internal initiatives where necessary.
  • Serve as mentors to Analysts and Project Lead team members, when requested.

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