Associate Research Manager – Dnipro, Ukraine

About the role

IMPACT Initiatives, a humanitarian NGO based in Geneva, is seeking an Associate Research Manager to strengthen its research capacity in Ukraine. Based in Dnipro, you will support the REACH Initiative by overseeing data‑driven projects in conflict‑affected regions.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection, management and analysis activities across Donetsk and Luhansk areas.
• Lead GIS and remote‑sensing mapping efforts to monitor humanitarian needs.
• Produce regular research reports and visualisations for internal and partner use.
• Collaborate with ACTED and other field partners to ensure data quality and relevance.
• Maintain the research database and ensure compliance with data‑security standards.

Required profile

• University degree in geography, environmental science, data science or a related field.
• Experience working in humanitarian or conflict‑zone contexts is preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to rapidly changing environments.

Required skills

• GIS
• Remote sensing
• Data collection
• Data management
• Data analysis

What we offer

• 6‑month fixed‑term contract with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a humanitarian setting.
• Collaboration with an international team of data and GIS specialists.