Behavioural Consulting Director

1 week ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Takamol Holding Full time

We are seeking a skilled and purpose-driven Behavioral Insights Expert to support our mission in applying behavioral science to drive innovation across the public and socioeconomic sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of behavioral economics, data-driven analysis, and intervention design, with proven experience applying behavioral methodologies to real-world challenges in areas such as labor markets, education, health, or digital services.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Public Sector Innovation Using Behavioral Science

  • Apply behavioral science principles to improve service delivery, citizen engagement, and policy effectiveness across government programs.
  • Identify behavioral barriers and leverage nudging strategies to address them.

2. Data-Driven Insights & Specialized Studies

  • Design and lead behavioral research studies, using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
  • Produce actionable insights from behavioral data to inform strategy and policy.

3. Behavioral Diagnostics and Analytics

  • Conduct diagnostic assessments to identify behavioral bottlenecks in service uptake, compliance, or user experience.
  • Perform behavioral data analysis using tools such as R, Python, Excel, or behavioral survey platforms.

4. Design and Implementation of Behavioral Interventions

  • Co-design behavioral interventions to promote desired behaviors (e.g., enrollment, compliance, feedback, retention).
  • Oversee testing (RCTs, A/B testing) and implementation in collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

5. Establish and Operate Behavioral Insight Units

  • Support in designing the operating model, governance structure, and capability-building plans for behavioral insight units.
  • Provide technical advice on staffing, training, and institutional setup for sustainable operations.

6. Consultation and Strategic Advisory

  • Provide tailored advice to public, private, and nonprofit entities on how to apply behavioral science to their challenges.
  • Develop frameworks and toolkits for behaviorally informed decision-making.

7. Socioeconomic Growth Applications

  • Design interventions that support national development priorities, such as workforce participation, education access, health behaviors, and financial inclusion.
  • Translate behavioral insights into scalable and context-relevant solutions.

Job Requirements:

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Public Policy, Data Science, or related fields.
  • 5–10 years of experience applying behavioral insights in public or private sector projects.
  • Strong understanding of behavioral research design and analysis.
  • Proficiency in experimental design, behavioral modeling, and data tools (R, Python, SPSS, etc.).
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate scientific insights into actionable strategies.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience working with government agencies, think tanks, or development institutions.
  • Familiarity with behavioral policy frameworks such as EAST, MINDSPACE, COM-B, or Nudge Theory.
  • Prior experience in setting up or operating a behavioral unit or lab.

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