We are seeking to hire a Research Manager to join our Verité Media Team. We are looking for like-minded candidates aligned with our core values and purpose, capable of original and innovative thinking, and willing to take a pro-active role in different areas of our organisation.
About Verité Research
Verité Research is a private, interdisciplinary think tank based in Colombo, conducting leading-edge research in economics, politics, law, and media. Our research teams cross-fertilize and improve each other’s insights, providing a powerful lens into Sri Lanka’s complex politico-economic environment. Verité seeks to enhance critical discourse and influence decision-makers and the public through relevant, credible information, analysis, and solutions.
Why Verité Research?
At Verité Research our work makes a difference. We consistently aim to bring about real change through transformative research and are guided by our core values: professionalism, ethics, curiosity, supportiveness, and humility. By joining our research team, you will be pushed intellectually and have the opportunity to enhance your skills in critical thinking, analysis, writing, and communication. You will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary work environment and have a real, on the ground influence on public policy through rigorous research. You will also be mentored by a leading and dynamic group of experts in economics, politics, law, and media.
See some of our key Media Team Initiatives: Media Ownership Monitor Sri Lanka, The Divide, FactCheck.lk, The Media Analysis and EthicsEye
In this role you will:
- Ensuring that Assignments run smoothly and monitoring timely delivery via project dashboards
- In some instances, leading Assignments and assuming complete accountability for quality delivery and successful closure of projects.
- Assisting in the overall management of Assignments of the Media Research Team including guiding and grooming junior team members.
- Developing and executing processes which assist the research teams to deliver.
- Communicating effectively, problem-solving and providing time solutions proactively.
What we require:
- Education: First Class or Second Upper Degree in any field. A Degree in Media, Business Management will be an added advantage and asset.
- Experience: Two to three years of any work experience, with demonstrated ability in leading and managing processes and teams to achieve results. Given that Assignments/Project will be in the Media and Politics field, a fair knowledge, interest and/or passion to learn is imperative.
- Skills and knowledge:
- Analtyical capability
- Report writing skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to coordinate and provide leadership/direction
- Conflict resolution
- Manage project dashboards
- Project planning and forecasting
- Language Proficiency: Full professional proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is required. Professional working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Sinhala/Tamil. Language skills will be assessed at the time of shortlisting.
Application Process
Verité is an equal opportunity employer. As a step in our recruitment process, all final candidates will undergo a background check, to get a better understanding of our future employees. To apply for this position, please send in your CV, cover letter and writing sample to work@veriteresearch.org. Please note that only applications meeting all the qualifications set out above will be considered.
For more information, please contact work@veriteresearch.org