BARM Research and Innovation Center is an independent, non-profit research institution. It studies Afghanistan's needs and challenges and develops practical solutions through applied research, strategic studies and innovation. Its work covers administration, economy and development, education and culture, science and technology, politics and international relations, health and the environment.

The Research Manager leads all research work at BARM and reports to the Head of Office. The role plans studies, supervises research staff, checks quality and ethics, coordinates expert review, and turns findings into useful reports and proposals. The Research Manager gives technical clearance; the Head of Office gives final institutional and publication approval.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in research Methods or a relevant social science, policy, statistics, development, education, health or public administration field. Research-focused degrees are preferred, and doctorate holders will be given priority.

At least five years of progressively responsible experience in research, policy analysis, evaluation or applied studies, including at least two years in research supervision or management.

Demonstrated experience leading complete research projects from design and fieldwork through analysis, reporting, review and use of findings.

A record of at least 10 completed research studies or substantial publications; recognized international journal publications are strongly preferred.

Ability to prepare or improve research policies, procedures, templates and quality-control systems where these do not yet exist.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

Strong knowledge of quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method research, data analysis and report writing.

Practical proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel, and in KoboToolbox or ODK.

Working proficiency in at least one statistical package: SPSS, Stata, R or Python.

Ability to use NVivo, Atlas.ti or a similar tool when managing qualitative research.

Knowledge of research ethics, source verification, data protection, plagiarism control and responsible AI use.

Fluency in Pashto or Dari, working ability in the other national language, and professional English.

Skills and Abilities

Research leadership and strategic judgement

Analytical thinking and evidence-based decision-making

Team supervision, coaching and accountability

Clear writing, communication and stakeholder coordination

Integrity, confidentiality and delivery under pressure

Submission Guideline

Applicants who meet the above requirements should apply through the BARM Research and Innovation Center’s official website.

How to Apply

Visit https://barmric.org/en/opportunities/research-manager and click the apply now button, create your applicant profile, and submit your application through the online job portal. Applicants who already have a profile may log in and apply directly.

Please prepare and upload the following documents as part of your application:

An updated CV clearly showing relevant research and management experience.

A concise cover letter explaining suitability for the position.

A list of at least 10 completed studies or publications, with links where available.

One research or policy-writing sample and two professional references.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. BARM may verify qualifications, experience, authorship, publications and professional references. Recruitment is merit-based, and the selected candidate must comply with BARM policies on ethics, confidentiality, data protection, conflicts of interest and professional conduct.