Research Manager
Role Summary
To strengthen our diverse activities, we are looking for a Research Manager (all genders) to support and oversee research efforts for Kickstarting for Good. In this role, you will manage a wide range of research-related projects and tasks, bringing your analytical skills, strategic thinking, and passion for food system transformation to the team.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact by identifying and developing ideas for new nonprofits, programs, and initiatives? At Kickstarting for Good, you will conduct in-depth market research, analyze trends, and translate insights into actionable strategies. With your expertise, you will contribute to the success of our programs, strengthen our research capacity, and help shape a more sustainable food system.
Job Details
Department: Kickstarting for Good, ProVeg Incubator
Location: Berlin, Germany
Hours: 40 per week
Start: ASAP
Application deadline: open until filled
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Email: info@kickstartingforgood.org with ‘Research Manager’ in the subject line, including your CV and a covering letter.
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Responsibilities
Market Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to identify opportunities for new initiatives, programs, and nonprofit ventures.
Data Analysis: Perform quantitative and qualitative research into the food system transformation space, analyzing data from multiple sources to identify trends and advocacy opportunities.
Idea Development: Translate research findings into concrete ideas and areas for launching impactful initiatives through the Kickstarting for Good program.
Reporting: Consolidate research findings into structured reports, presentations, and action plans for internal and external stakeholders.
Stakeholder Engagement: Assist in research-related outreach to funders, mentors, and partners, and contribute to discussions on platforms such as HIVE, EA Forum, and FAST Forum.
Surveys & Interviews: Conduct surveys and interviews with key stakeholders (funders, mentors, founders) to identify gaps and opportunities in the movement.
Strategic Planning: Design and implement an effective approach to developing and validating new ideas for the program.
Program Evaluation: Assess feedback from previous years, extract key learnings, and recommend improvements for future iterations of Kickstarting for Good.
Participant Support: Help Kickstarting for Good participants and graduates validate their ideas by measuring impact and conducting targeted market research.
Qualifications
- You have completed professional training or a university degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related research-oriented field.
- You have 3–5 years of professional experience in research and data analysis.
- You have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (German and other languages are a plus).
- You are creative and able to develop and present innovative ideas convincingly.
- You have strong project planning, management, and analytical skills.
- You are highly organized with a keen eye for detail.
- You have a positive, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
- You are flexible and take a hands-on approach to work.
- You strongly align with our mission and vision.
- You are based in (or are willing and able to relocate to) Berlin, Germany
Nice to have:
- You have strong knowledge or experience in animal advocacy and the Effective Altruism space.
- Experience with Notion, Lucid, and G-Suite is advantageous.
Benefits of working with us
- Flexible working hours with the option of compensating overtime with time off.
- Flexible home office options.
- 25 days basic holiday (FTE) plus one additional day of holiday per year (additional days of holiday can be “bought” via small salary adjustments).
- A respectful working atmosphere in a highly motivated team.
- A strong focus on personal development and a designated training budget.
- Provision of a work laptop and access to a well-equipped office in Berlin Tiergarten.
- Mindfulness programme – free Headspace account.
- We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world and encourage everyone in our organisation to bring all aspects of themselves to work.
- And last but not least: Join a great team and work with us to create a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all people, animals, and our planet!