Associate Lead- Research and CSR

Job Position: Associate Lead- Research and CSR

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat/ Delhi

CTC: INR 14.00 LPA-15 LPA (Depending on the relevant experience)

About CSRBOX

For over a decade, CSRBOX has been a leading force in driving social change across India, seamlessly connecting businesses with impactful social initiatives. As a trusted partner to companies and CSR foundations, CSRBOX specializes in the design, implementation, and evaluation of transformative CSR programs. Our comprehensive approach is powered by three core verticals—Impact Practice, Platform, and Programs—ensuring holistic and sustainable corporate social responsibility.

Since 2014, CSRBOX’s Impact Practice has empowered over 450 companies and 60+ philanthropic foundations to significantly enhance their Social Return on Investment (SROI) through strategic partnerships with government bodies. We focus on crafting impact-focused programs that facilitate seamless delivery and data-driven decision-making. By collaborating with state governments, we help foster impactful partnerships that channel social sector capital into critical areas such as education, healthcare, and natural resource management.

CSRBOX is proud to lead collaborative and multi-stakeholder initiatives like The Godavari Initiative (TGI) and IMPAct4Nutrition, which are shaping the future of social impact in India. Our commitment to driving meaningful change and fostering partnerships ensures that we remain at the forefront of India’s social impact landscape.

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Position Overview:

We are looking for a highly analytical, data-driven, and research-oriented professional to join us as Associate Lead – Research and Insights. This role demands a sharp, critical thinker with deep expertise in data analytics, industry research, impact measurement, and thematic sector studies.

The ideal candidate will have a rigorous academic background (First Division throughout in Graduate and Postgraduate studies), strong expertise in research methodologies, a passion for analytics, and an eye for insights that drive decision-making in CSR, ESG, sustainability, and social impact. This is a high-impact leadership position, requiring an entrepreneurial mindset, the ability to lead a research team, and a keen interest in market intelligence and emerging sectoral trends.

The Role and Responsibilities:

• Data-Driven Research & Insights:
  • Lead and execute sectoral research, policy analysis, industry white papers, and thematic studies in CSR, ESG, philanthropy, and social entrepreneurship.
  • Design and implement quantitative and qualitative research frameworks to generate actionable insights.
  • Leverage data analytics, econometrics, and statistical modeling to identify trends and evidence-backed solutions for the social impact ecosystem.
  • Develop high-quality knowledge products, including industry reports, policy briefs, and research-backed articles.
  • Translate complex datasets into meaningful insights for stakeholders, including corporate leaders, policymakers, and impact investors.
• Research Methodologies & Analytics:
  • Apply advanced research tools (STATA, SPSS, R, Python, Tableau, or Power BI) for data analytics and visualization.
  • Ensure methodological rigor in sampling, survey design, impact assessments, and forecasting.
  • Work with large datasets, conduct benchmarking studies, and develop data-driven narratives.
  • Maintain strong secondary research capabilities, analyzing global best practices, peer-reviewed publications, and industry reports.
• Thought Leadership & Market Intelligence:
  • Develop flagship industry reports to position CSRBOX as a knowledge leader in the social impact sector.
  • Track emerging trends, policy frameworks, ESG disclosures, and corporate giving trends to shape research focus areas.
  • Identify future market opportunities and inform decision-making for corporates, impact investors, and philanthropic organizations.
  • Represent CSRBOX at conferences, industry panels, and expert forums, showcasing data-backed thought leadership.
• Team Leadership & Cross-Vertical Collaboration
  • Lead and mentor a team of researchers and analysts to enhance research quality and productivity.
  • Collaborate with Advisory, Implementation, and Impact Assessment teams to integrate research insights into business strategy.
  • Engage with corporate CSR teams, policymakers, development finance institutions, and think tanks for knowledge-sharing and partnerships.

Qualification and Experience:

• Academic Excellence & Professional Experience
  • Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Data Science, Social Sciences, Business Analytics, or Development Studies from a reputed institution.
  • Consistent First Division (60% and above) at both graduate and postgraduate levels, with a strong academic record.

• 5-7 years of experience in research, analytics, or consulting within CSR, ESG, sustainability, development finance, or philanthropy.
• Research & Analytical Skills
  • Expertise in data analytics, impact measurement, and predictive modeling.
  • Strong command of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with research tools such as STATA, SPSS, R,  Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
  • Ability to synthesize large datasets and create data-driven narratives for decision-making.
• Strategic & Thought Leadership Abilities
  • Strong writing and communication skills, with a track record of published reports or industry insights.
  • Ability to engage with senior stakeholders, policymakers, and corporate leaders using data-backed recommendations.
  • Sharp understanding of market trends, policy landscapes, and global best practices in CSR, ESG, and philanthropy.
• Self-Starter & Leadership Traits
  • Go-getter mindset with a proactive approach to research and market intelligence.
  • Ability to manage multiple research projects with tight deadlines.
  • Strong leadership in mentoring research teams and driving high-quality deliverables.

Skills:

• Research Methodology
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Report Writing & Presentation

• Project Management
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Team Leadership & Management
• Knowledge Management
• Problem-Solving & Decision Making

Please send your CV along with a cover letter at career@csrbox.org  with the subject-line ‘Lead-Research and CSR’ Please mention following details in the email body: 

1. Current Location
2. Preferred Location
3. Notice Period
4. Current Salary
5. Expected Salary
6. % of Marks in Academics:
   1. Secondary:
   2. Higher Secondary:
   3. Graduation:
   4. Post- graduation:
   5. Why do you think yourself a good-fit for this role (at least 50 words, max 200 words)

Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. This role is for the candidates with relevant experience as per the details mentioned above

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