Job Openings at Independent Project Monitoring Company Limited (IPMC)

About the Role

• IPMC is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Chief Data & Research Officer to lead its data, research, analytics and methodology functions.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing credible data and research capabilities, establishing strong quality and governance standards, and ensuring that information is converted into useful insights for institutional and corporate decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's data and research strategy.
• Lead data acquisition, research, analytics and methodology-development activities.
• Define data requirements and establish appropriate sourcing, validation and documentation processes.
• Maintain high standards of data quality, consistency, accuracy and traceability.
• Develop and periodically review analytical frameworks, methodologies and assessment models.
• Oversee company, sector, market and thematic research.
• Ensure that research findings are supported by reliable evidence and clearly documented assumptions.
• Provide approved data definitions, analytical requirements and calculation rules to the Technology Team.
• Review and validate analytical outputs before external publication or use.
• Establish appropriate processes for data corrections, methodology changes and research approvals.
• Support strategic engagements with relevant institutions, data providers and industry stakeholders.
• Monitor developments in financial markets, sustainability, regulation and emerging data practices.
• Recruit, manage and develop analysts, statisticians, researchers and data personnel.
• Protect the independence, credibility and integrity of the company's research and analytical work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Accounting, Sustainability or a related discipline.
• A postgraduate degree or relevant professional qualification will be an advantage.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant experience in data, research, analytics, financial markets, sustainability or information services.
• Demonstrated experience developing methodologies, structured datasets, models or institutional research.
• Strong understanding of data quality, statistical analysis, evidence validation and research standards.
• Experience producing intelligence for investors, financial institutions, corporations, regulators or development institutions will be an advantage.
• Strong professional judgement, integrity and leadership ability.

Key Competencies

• Data and research strategy
• Quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Methodology development
• Data quality and governance
• Financial and market research
• Research writing and editorial judgement
• Team leadership
• Stakeholder communication

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About the Role

• IPMC is seeking an experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead the development and management of its digital and data-services capabilities.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing the technology direction of the business, overseeing the development of secure and scalable digital platforms, and ensuring that technology supports the company's commercial and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's technology strategy and roadmap.
• Lead software engineering, platform development, data infrastructure and cybersecurity activities.
• Oversee the design, development and maintenance of secure web-based applications and internal digital systems.
• Ensure that technology solutions are scalable, reliable and responsive to evolving business requirements.
• Establish appropriate database, cloud, backup and disaster-recovery arrangements. Oversee the integration of approved third-party systems, data sources and APIs. Implement strong user-access, information-security and data-protection controls.
• . Manage technology projects, consultants, developers and external vendors.
• Establish development, testing, documentation and quality-assurance standards. Ensure effective maintenance, technical support and continuous improvement of deployed systems.
• Advise management on technology investments, risks and emerging opportunities. Build and lead the technology team as the business expands.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or a related discipline.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant technology experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing enterprise web applications or digital platforms.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, databases, APIs, cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity.
• Experience managing development teams, consultants and technology vendors.
• Strong project-management, problem-solving and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Experience within financial services, data services, technology, research or professional services will be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Technology strategy and architecture
• Platform and software-development leadership
• Cloud and data infrastructure
• Cybersecurity and data protection
• Systems and API integration
• Vendor and project management
• Team leadership
• Commercial and business awareness