CeSHHAR Zimbabwe
DUE: 31 JAN 2024
Research Manager (PhD) (x1)
Duty Station: Mt Darwin
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Deadline: 31 January 2024 (4.30pm)
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is an organisation that specialises in population health research and
programming, including on sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS. CeSHHAR has an extensive
national, regional, and international academic and community partnership network. CeSHHAR has a
diverse range of funders which include the Wellcome Trust, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation,
United States NIH, UK Medical Research Council, Templeton World Charity Foundation, USAID, Global
Fund for AIDS TB and Malaria, UNICEF and UNFPA. We partner very closely with the Liverpool School
of Tropical Medicine (UK), Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Health and Child Care and international and
regional centres of research excellence to evaluate national programmes and determine the impact,
uptake, and cost effectiveness of novel reproductive health interventions.
JOB ROLE
Reporting to the Director – Climate and Health, the Research Manager will be responsible for
overseeing and managing the (day-to-day) operations of one or two research projects. This includes
overseeing all aspects of stakeholder engagement, protocol development, ethics and compliance,
data collection, management and analysis, data quality as well as ensuring that researchers have
everything, they need to complete their work. Research outputs would be periodically reported in
status reports with contributions into manuscript preparation. Key responsibilities include: –
• Research Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and coordination of
research activities, aligning them with project objectives, protocols, and timelines. Regularly
update the Climate and Health Director. Collaborate with investigators and project teams to
develop research protocols, study designs, and data collection methodologies. Manage
project resources effectively.
• Protocol Development and Grant Proposals: Assist investigators in developing research
protocols and grant proposals. Ensure timely protocol approvals and maintain efficient
protocol renewal calendars, payments, and reporting.
• Ethical and Regulatory Compliance: Obtain the necessary regulatory and ethical approvals for
research studies from relevant authorities. Ensure ongoing compliance with ethical guidelines
and regulatory requirements.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Assurance: Develop and implement SOPs
for research activities. Conduct regular audits and quality checks to monitor adherence to
SOPs. Supervision and Training: Supervise research staff and provide training and ongoing
support, ensuring familiarity with study protocols, ethical guidelines, and data collection
procedures.
• Data Management and Analysis: Oversee data collection, management, and analysis
processes. Collaborate with data management and statistical teams to ensure the appropriate
capture and analysis of data.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Engage with key stakeholders, community
leaders, and community advisory boards. Coordinate community engagement activities and
present research findings and project updates to stakeholders.
• Project Reporting and Deliverables: Prepare project deliverables in collaboration with the
main Principal Investigator (PI) and the Climate and Health Director. Ensure timely submission
of project deliverables.
• Project Evaluation and Lessons Learned: Conduct project evaluation activities to assess project
outcomes, impact, and lessons learned as appropriate. Contribute to knowledge sharing and
capacity-building activities and participating effectively in relevant work packages and
technical working groups.
• Budget Management: Collaborate with the Climate and Health Director and finance teams to
monitor project expenditures and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Conflict Management and Resolution: Proactively identify and address conflicts among
project staff, stakeholders, or partners, employing effective conflict resolution strategies.
• Relations Management with Field Staff: Establish and maintain positive working relationships
with field staff. Provide ongoing support, guidance, and mentorship to them.
• Leading the Social Science Working Group: You will take the lead role in facilitating and guiding
the Social Science Working Group’s activities at CeSHHAR. This includes developing agendas,
scheduling meetings, steering discussions, and coordinating with group members to ensure
the successful execution of planned initiatives.
• Active Participation in CeSHHAR’ s Citizenry: The Research Manager is expected to actively
contribute to the sense of community and mutual support within CeSHHAR. This may involve
participating in regular meetings and discussions, providing mentorship to junior team
members, and actively contributing to the organization’s culture and values.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Climate and Health
Director. These tasks may vary but will be aligned with the overall objectives of the
organization and your professional skillset.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A PhD in Policy Management or Public Health or Population Health, Social Science or Management or
other relevant degree highly desirable.
At least 8 years’ technical experience coordinating or managing
community-based and/or clinical research with human subjects;
Certificate in ICH-GCP is required.
Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively as part of a research team with good
understanding to qualitative and quantitative methods of research;
Prior experience managing a field
team; Capacity to conduct trainings and capacity development initiatives amongst team member;
Computer competency particularly with Microsoft Office packages.
Possession of GCP certificate and
Research Ethics. Microsoft Office packages.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to understand/communicate with local communities.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team with people from various disciplines, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
TO APPLY
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Step 2: If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter
addressed to Human Resources and send to [email protected]
Indicate the position and duty station you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all
candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds,
including persons living with disabilities, to apply.
The successful candidate will undergo relevant background checks and will be required to commit in
writing to comply with the CeSHHAR Zimbabwe safeguarding guidelines.