Research And Development Coordinator

Company DescriptionThe Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) is a non-stock, not-for-profit organization committed to raising corporate governance standards in the Philippines. Established in 1999 by Dr. Jesus P. Estanislao, the organization aims to professionalize corporate directorship in response to the lessons of the Asian financial crisis. As part of the Centers for Excellence in Governance (CEG), ICD is an accredited training institute by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Insurance Commission (IC), Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), and Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG). The institute plays a vital role in fostering good governance practices and strengthening the corporate ecosystem in the country.

Job Description

The Research & Development Coordinator supports the strategic directions and thought leadership of the R&D Head. The role supports the course and program development of faculty, coordinates research projects, and ensures high-quality outputs aligned with corporate governance standards. It requires strong skills in course development, statistics, analysis, writing, and stakeholder management, with the ability to organize projects from planning to execution. The Senior Coordinator also mentors junior staff, collaborates with faculty and partners, and maintains accessible R&D knowledge assets to reinforce the Institute's thought leadership.

Key Skills

Below are the specific roles and responsibilities:

1. Course & Program Development

• Collaborate with faculty and committees to design and develop new courses and programs.
• Review and refine training materials for accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to R&D Head to strengthen courses and programs.
• Analyze ICD course data to identify trends, emerging topics, and publications.

2. Content & Editorial Coordination

• Write and edit articles, case studies, and thought leadership reports aligned with ICD's brand.
• Coordinate contributions from faculty and partners, ensuring timely delivery.
• Systematize content archiving and version control for accessibility.

3. Research, Statistics, & Analysis

• Lead coordination of research on corporate governance, sustainability, and regulatory developments, aligned with the direction of the R&D head.
• Design and manage surveys, benchmarking, and data gathering.
• Apply statistical tools to analyze datasets and produce evidence-based reports and briefs.
• Ensure accuracy in findings through descriptive and inferential analysis.