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  • Posted: Jan 4, 2023
    Deadline: Jan 5, 2023
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    Partners for Health and Development in Africa (PHDA) is a non-profit organization registered in Kenya, working in the health and development fields in Kenya and elsewhere in Africa.
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    Research Manager

    Job Responsibility
    The main responsibilities will include:

    • Support the development of study protocol, tools, and other documents required for the study
    • On behalf of the PI, Lead the process of submitting the study protocol for approval to Ethics Boards in Kenya and Manitoba, Canada
    • Lead the implementation of the mixed methods study arms (clinical, quantitative, and qualitative) in multiple sites
    • Support the community-based organizations to develop proposals for the study and facilitate sub-granting process following PHDA policies. Prepare reports for the Ethics Board on a regular basis
    • Support the community-based organizations to select the research team who will implement the research
    • Train the community research team to effectively and ethically implement the research study
    • Regularly monitor and mentor the research team to ensure that the research is implemented as planned
    • Support the research team and the partners to solve problem or address adverse events when needed
    • Conduct regular meetings with the research team to review the implementation strategies and revise the same when needed to increase efficiency
    • Strengthen the partnership with the research partners and the community organizations’ actions by ensuring their capacity related to the implementation and administration of the study is strengthened regularly
    • Support data analysis, production of study reports, and dissemination of study findings with different stakeholders including the community members
    • Coordinate with NASCOP, the County government, and the TSU to engage the relevant team in study implementation. Share the research findings on a regular basis with stakeholders and the Technical Working Group to influence evidence-based national or county policies related to anal health and HPV
    • Create and deliver professional presentations on research results to various stakeholders
    • Develop research reports on a regular basis and keep the investigators updated on progress on a monthly basis
    • Write evidence briefs and manuscripts for publications in peer reviewed journals
    • Manage the research database for PHDA and ensure that ethics board obligations for all PHDA research projects are met.
    • Contribute to PHDA Annual Report and other organizational communication initiatives

    Qualification, Skills & Competencies:

    • Post-graduate in Public Health, Social Science, Social Work, Anthropology, or other equivalent degrees
    • At least 4 to 5 years of experience in managing complex research projects independently
    • Experience of working collaboratively with key population-led organizations 
    • Knowledge and understanding of different research methods
    • Experience in handling field-based data collection and monitoring of primary data 
    • collection for quality assurance
    • Analytical and research skills
    • Experience in drafting protocols and research reports
    • Communication skills for presenting data to various audiences

    Additional skills and knowledge:

    • Remains productive even when under pressure 
    • Demonstrates a systematic and efficient approach to work 
    • Works collaboratively with key population community researchers and team members 
    • to achieve results 
    • Relates and works well with people of different cultures, gender identity and 
    • backgrounds 
    • Able to work under minimal supervision
    • Self-motivated

    Method of Application

    Applications from qualified and interested candidates should be sent by e-mail to: recruitment@phdaf.org. If email is not possible, a hard copy can be sent via post to the following address: HR Manager, PHDA: PO Box 3737 – 00506, Nairobi, Kenya.

    Applications should consist of an updated CV with current daytime telephone contact and a Cover letter indicating the position applied for in the subject header and stating the EXPECTED SALARY. All applications must be received no later than January 5th , 2023. Partner for Health and Development in Africa (PHDA) is an equal-opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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