Regional Advisor, Research, Evidence and Impact

Bangladesh + 11 moreRegional Advisor, Research, Evidence and ImpactOrganizationWorld VisionPosted 5 Aug 2025 Closing date 18 Aug 2025With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!Here’s Where You Come InAs Regional Advisor, Research, Evidence and Impact, you will lead and advise on research and evidence generation across the East Asia Region, positioning World Vision as a thought leader in child well-being and community development. You will work closely with Field Offices, regional teams, and external partners to shape and prioritize research agendas that align with strategic goals and external engagement plans.

This includes representing World Vision in regional research forums and technical working groups, and cultivating partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks, and donors. You will ensure that all research initiatives are high-quality, ethically sound, and strategically targeted to influence key stakeholders, including donors, policymakers, and the broader development community. You will support Field Offices in designing robust methodologies, developing research tools, and producing compelling evidence-based materials that elevate World Vision’s technical credibility and advocacy efforts.

Additionally, you will analyze program data across the region to assess the strength of evidence supporting World Vision’s impact, enabling data-driven storytelling and adaptive program management. Requirements IncludeAt least five years of experience in applied research, including Research methodology, Policy analysis, Policy-based development programming, Impact evaluation methodology and Qualitative researchMaster’s degree or PhD in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, or Humanitarian Assistance, with demonstrated expertise in research design and methodologies. Preferred Knowledge And QualificationsDemonstrated experience in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting field-based data to inform program design and policy.

Proven ability to engage and collaborate with institutional donors, UN agencies, academic institutions, and research organizations. Skilled in using statistical and data science software (e. g. , STATA, R, SPSS) for both quantitative and mixed-method research. Expertise in research design, including sampling, tool development, and ethical considerations. Strong data management skills, including data classification, organization, and quality assurance. Travel and/or Work Environment RequirementOccasional travel within the region may be required. Physical RequirementsPrimarily office or home-based with standard physical demands, including extended periods of computer use and virtual meetings.

Language RequirementsFluency in English at a professional research and publication level, with the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to diverse audiences. Proficiency in a regional language is an asset. How to applyIs this the job for you?Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position and apply online by the closing date 18 Aug 2025. World Vision is dedicated to our team members’ development and their success. We aspire for all employees to be fulfilled through their work and their contributions to an organisation working to provide long-term sustainable solutions to the world’s most vulnerable people.

For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www. wvi. org. Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. Job detailsCountriesBangladeshIndonesiaLao People's Democratic Republic (the)MalaysiaMyanmarNepalPapua New GuineaPhilippinesSolomon IslandsThailandVanuatuViet NamSourceWorld VisionTypeJobCareer categoryMonitoring and EvaluationYears of experience5-9 yearsThemeHealthShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn