Manager (Research) at NSDC

Job Title: Manager (Research)

Eligibility Criteria:

Education:

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Economics, Public Policy, Statistics, Development Studies, Education, Sociology, Data Science, or related disciplines from a recognized institution.
• Preference may be given to candidates with published research, experience in leading large research projects, and expertise in evaluation methodologies.

Experience:

• 8–12 years of experience in leading research, policy, or evaluation projects.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and managing large-scale research studies, surveys, or impact evaluations.
• Strong expertise in advanced econometric methods, statistical modelling, and evidence-based policy analysis.
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with government departments, academic institutions, and development partners.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality research publications, policy reports, and strategic recommendations.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
•  Experience in mobilizing research partnerships, grants, or externally funded projects will be an added advantage

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and execution of strategic research projects aligned with organizational priorities.
• Supervise multidisciplinary research teams and ensure methodological rigor and quality assurance across studies.
• Design research methodologies, sampling frameworks, survey instruments, and evaluation protocols for research studies.
• Lead impact evaluations, large-scale surveys, and policy research assignments in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Publish high-quality research reports, policy papers, journal articles, and knowledge products.
• Provide strategic research inputs to senior leadership, NSDC, MSDE, and other government agencies.
• Build partnerships with academic institutions, research organizations, multilateral agencies, and industry.
• Mentor junior researchers and strengthen institutional research capabilities.
• Lead national and international benchmarking studies, thematic reports, and evidence-based policy recommendations.

About the organization

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is dedicated to empowering India’s youth through comprehensive skill development. Established on July 31, 2008, as a not-for-profit public limited company under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956 (now corresponding to section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013), it operates as a unique Public Private Partnership (PPP) model under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE). Our collaborative structure, with 49% of the share capital held by the government and 51% by the private sector, enables us to be the principal architects of India’s skill ecosystem.

NSDC actively supports enterprises, start-ups, and organizations by providing funding support, concessional loans, and other innovative financial products. Our mission is to enhance, support, and coordinate private sector initiatives in vocational training, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder skill development. As the strategic implementation and knowledge partner of the Skill India Mission, it focuses on creating efficient training initiatives that open up a world of opportunities in futuristic skills for the potential workforce.

Through strategic partnerships and innovative models, NSDC aims to build a robust skill ecosystem that not only meets current industry demands but also anticipates future trends, empowering India’s youth to contribute significantly to the nation’s growth and development.