Job Title: Senior Research Officer
Organisation: Future Options Consulting
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Future Options Consulting Ltd is a HR & Management consultancy firm that was started in 2006 and offers these services: recruitment, headhunting, payroll management & outsourcing, workload audit services.
Job Summary: To conduct research projects that support the corporation’s strategic objectives and investment decisions. This role involves designing and managing research initiatives, analysing data, and providing actionable insights to inform decision-making and enhance the organization’s development projects.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Management of Research Activities
- Participate in the design and implementation of research projects focused on the organization’s investments and development initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Develop and apply rigorous, evidence-based research methodologies to guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and validity of research findings, adapting approaches as necessary to address unique project challenges.
- Contribute to the development of organisational strategies, policies, and programs by synthesising research findings and insights that inform the organization’s strategic direction and investment decisions.
- Provide evidence-based recommendations to the projects team that enhance the organization’s development projects and initiatives.
Data Collection and Analysis
- Oversee and conduct comprehensive data collection, analysis, and interpretation, utilising advanced analytical techniques to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Ensure the effective management of data systems and processes to enhance data accessibility and usability across research projects.
Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with the M&E team and other stakeholders to ensure research activities are aligned with organisational goals and that insights are effectively integrated into M&E frameworks.
- Participate in interdisciplinary teams to enhance the quality and impact of research initiatives, promoting a cohesive approach to data and analysis.
Quality Assurance
- Uphold the highest standards of quality, ethics, and integrity across all research activities, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Conduct regular reviews and audits of research processes to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, academic institutions, and industry partners, to ensure that research activities are relevant, impactful, and aligned with broader organisational goals.
- Foster strong collaborative relationships that facilitate knowledge sharing and support the integration of stakeholder perspectives into research initiatives.
- Prepare and present comprehensive research reports, academic papers, and policy briefs that effectively communicate findings and insights to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare clear reports tailored to the needs of various audiences, supporting informed decision-making and organisational learning.
Risk and People Management
- Identify and assess potential risks associated with research projects, including data integrity issues, methodological limitations, and external factors that could impact the validity of research findings.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address these risks, ensuring that research activities are conducted with high accuracy and reliability.
- Supervise subordinates by setting clear goals, providing mentorship and promoting continuous improvement through regular feedback, performance evaluations, and recognition of achievements.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in economics, project planning and management, public policy and administration, statistics, and any other relevant discipline.
- Post-graduate qualification in research, monitoring and evaluation or a related field.
- Certifications in either of the following will be considered as an added advantage
- Certification in Data Analysis and Visualisation (e.g., STATA, SPSS, or R) is an added advantage
- Certification in Data Quality and Management is an added advantage
Details of experience
- Six (6) years of experience in a relevant field
Knowledge, skills and competences
- Data analysis and interpretation skills.
- Research skills.
- Project management skills.
- Ethical research skills.
- Communication skills.
- Organisational skills.
How to Apply:
All interested and qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply by email: [email protected] clearly indicating the Position Title in the email subject line. The deadline for submissions is Friday 09 January 2026 at 05:59 pm (EAT)
Deadline: 9th January 2026
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72