Research Head

 Research Head

Core Mission: To transition Thanal into a data -driven, research -oriented organization that validates its social impact through rigorous scientific inquiry.

1. Role Summary

The Research Head will lead the design and execution of Thanal’s inaugural research department. This role is dual -faceted: acting as a strategic mentor to existing functional heads to foster a "research mindset," while simultaneously building and managing a core team of researchers and assistants to produce high -quality, actionable data in the fields of rehabilitation, social welfare, and community health.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Organizational Transformation (The "Alignment" Phase)

• Capacity Building: Conduct workshops for existing Functional Heads (Clinical, Operations, Social Work) to integrate data collection into their daily workflows.
  

• Cultural Shift: Translate complex research goals into practical, everyday objectives that the team can rally behind.
  

• Framework Development: Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) for ethical data collection across all Thanal programs.
  

B. Team Leadership & Development

• Recruitment: Identify, hire, and onboard a core research team, including Research Associates, Data Analysts, and Field Assistants.
  

• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to the team on methodology, literature reviews, and statistical analysis.
  

• Performance Management: Set KPIs for the research team that align with Thanal’s 2026–2028 strategic goals.
  

C. Research Strategy & Execution

• Design & Methodology: Lead the development of longitudinal studies and impact assessment frameworks for Thanal’s rehabilitation programs.
  

• Grant Writing & Funding: Identify research grant opportunities and lead the drafting of proposals to secure external funding.
  

• Publication & Advocacy: Oversee the drafting of white papers, journal articles, and reports to be presented at national and international forums.
  

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