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This is a research and systems design role within TCF's Strategic Alignment portfolio. As Project Manager – SESA, you will lead the design and execution of a strategic system assessment to evaluate TCF's performance as a large-scale education provider operating in complex and evolving environments.
You will apply systems thinking, qualitative research, and strategic inquiry to develop a diagnostic map of the organization's value creation process, identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement. This role blends intellectual depth with practical execution and will play a critical role in shaping how TCF approaches system-wide improvement and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
System Mapping & Framework Design
- Develop a contextually grounded system assessment framework by leveraging global research and methodologies.
- Create visual and conceptual representations of how the TCF system operates—including flows of information, value, and decision-making.
Research & Data Collection
- Design and implement a robust research plan, including document reviews, policy analysis, key informant interviews (KIIs), and focus group discussions (FGDs).
- Conduct qualitative research with rigour and sensitivity across multiple stakeholder groups (school leaders, field staff, internal teams).
Analysis & Communication
- Analyze research findings to generate strategic insights that guide actionable decisions.
- Develop clear, concise, and visually compelling outputs for internal decision-making.
- Ensure alignment with TCF's organizational planning and strategy cycles.
Strategic Contributions
- Identify opportunities for systemic change and contribute to the broader efforts of the Strategic Alignment team.
- Support leadership in integrating research insights into planning, program design, and policy formulation.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Experience
- 3–5 years of professional experience in education delivery, research, assessments, or system-level roles.
- Exposure to systems thinking and change methodologies is highly desirable.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Analytical Fluency: Comfort with ambiguity and strong ability to interpret complex, multi-source data.
- Research Excellence: Strong background in qualitative methods, with a focus on insight generation and relevance.
- Contextual Intelligence: Ability to apply global frameworks to local challenges with nuance and understanding.
- Design Orientation: Skilled in synthesizing findings into frameworks, decision tools, and visual outputs.
- Integrity & Empathy: Trusted by stakeholders; capable of handling sensitive information with discretion.
- Bias for Action: Grounded in real-world practice, always focused on actionable outcomes.
- Mission-Driven: Committed to equitable education and continuous organizational learning and improvement.
Success Indicators
- A credible, context-aware systems diagnosis framework is developed and piloted.
- Key systemic bottlenecks are identified and communicated effectively.
- Research findings inform organizational planning and decision-making.
- Strategic insights lead to measurable shifts in internal policy and program design.
- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionProject Management, Research, and Strategy/Planning
- IndustriesNon-profit Organizations
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