OverviewJoin AIR as aResearchand Evidence GenerationDirector/Pillar3:Generating Evidence inFood Assistance andNutritionwith our International Development Division (IDD) and make a difference, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle income countries. AIR’s IDD work spans the globe with projects in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Central and Latin America, and the Middle East.Our IDD team is committed and engaged because we drive positive change in the following areas:
Agriculture, food, and nutrition
Early childhooddevelopment and education
Refugees and migration
Social protection
Water, sanitation, and infrastructure
Women's empowerment
Workforce development
Use your experience, knowledge, and education to help us deliver on our mission: to contribute to a better, more equitable world.AIR iscurrentlyseeking aResearch and Evidence Generation Director (Pillar 3)for theanticipatedUSAID-funded Optimizing Food Assistance Programs, Processes, and Products for Nutrition (O3P) activity.The activity will re-emphasize programming aspects of food assistance-driven nutrition programs whilefocusingon product optimization and process improvement.The activity closely aligns with AIR’s mission to generate and use evidence to contribute to a better/moreequitableworld and AIR’s areas of expertise in designing and implementing impact evaluations and evidence syntheses in international development.The project involves a strong emphasis on research, evidence synthesis, and knowledge translation to contribute to evidence-based policy.The position is contingent upon award.Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of ourU.S. office locations. (https://www.air.org/locations#headquarters) This does not include U.S. territories.About AIR:Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences.We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff byclicking here (https://www.air.org/our-commitment-diversity-equity-and-inclusion) .ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities for the position include:
Lead the strategic design and execution of research and evidence generation activities under Pillar 3.
Coordinate trials and research initiatives to enhance understanding in areas such as pregnancy outcomes, nutritional status,food security, dietary diversity,and otherpriority domains.
Foster robust partnerships and collaborations between research entities and operational agencies, promoting astrongevidence-generation ecosystem.
Providetechnical oversight of all Pillar3deliverables, ensuring they meet the project’s quality standards and USAID expectations.
QualificationsEducation, Knowledge, and Experience:
PhDdegree in a relevant field such asNutrition, AgriculturalEconomics,Public Health,Economicsor International Development.
Proven leadership in international development research and evaluation.
A minimum of10years of professional experience in research and evidence generation in food assistance and nutrition.
Proventrack recordof leading research initiatives and collaborations in multi-stakeholder environments.
Familiarity with USAID projects or other international donor-funded initiatives.
Skills:
Strong research and analytical capabilities.
Excellent leadership and coordination skills.
Proficient in stakeholder engagement and partnership building.
Ability to communicate findings and insights effectively to a diverse audience.
Proficiencyin English.
Knowledge ofadditionallanguages is a plus but not required.
Disclosures:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.AIR’s Total Rewards Program , is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $160,000 to $195,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.AIR maintains adrug-free work environment (https://www.air.org/sites/default/files/2023-05/Workplace-Drug-Policy-2023.pdf) .Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer:AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives.Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain.Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for examplejdoe @air.org is correct andjdoe @aircareers.org is not a legitimate AIR email address . If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach outto recruitment@air.org .If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov . You can also report it to your state attorney general . Find out more about how to avoid scams at ftc.gov/scams .#LI-MP1 #LI-RemoteSubmit an interest applicationPlease note, each section of the application is required in order for you to be considered for this opportunity. If you do not complete the required screening questions, or if you close your browser before completing each section of the application, your application will not be submitted for this position.American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.American Institutes for Research’s commitment to Diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations and work environment. Diversity is valued and Inclusion is reflected in all efforts to recruit, develop, and engage the diverse staff needed to accomplish our mission.ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.org or call 202.403.5000.Job Location US-VA-Arlington | US-VA-ArlingtonJob Location United StatesCategory Proposal Development