Position Summary:
Reporting to the supervisor, the project officer will be responsible for project(s) planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, managing, and report writing promptly according to the donor requirements.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining and monitoring project timelines and schedules and ensuring they are met promptly
Conduct stakeholder analysis and engage stakeholders to ensure project buy-in
Documenting and following up on action items subsequent to meetings
Planning and coordinating meetings with community partners and relevant stakeholders
Recruit study participants as per the study protocol
Participant in research assistants/data collectors’ recruitment
Supervision of data collectors
Preparing the relevant materials for field work and meetings
Participate in quality and timely data collection and ensure that ethical issues are observed during the collection process.
Prepare study protocol/reports for submission to the relevant local authorities, partners, and donors.
In consultation with the supervisor, work within the projected timelines to ensure the objectives of assigned projects are met
Ensure regular (daily/monthly/quarterly) documentation of all the project processes and activities through detailed reports while adhering to the project timelines.
Ensure the safety and confidentiality of participants’ information in the field and office
Supervise research assistants, health care worker trainees, and community health workers to ensure they adhere to study protocol
Ensure at least minimum fidelity of the interventions are observed in consultation with the supervisor
In consultation with the biostatistician, participate in quantitative data cleaning, analysis and drafting of scientific manuscripts for respective projects.
Participate in qualitative data analysis, preliminary coding, and drafting of findings.
Participate in the dissemination of research findings and policy dialogue with appropriate audiences.
Qualifications and Experience:
At least a Bachelor’s degree in Health or Social Sciences fields such as Psychology, Nursing, Medical Anthropology, Community Health, and Development or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Interest in mental health and environmental/climate change-related research
A Master’s degree is an added advantage
Minimum of two years experience in health-related research; preferably mixed-methods approaches
Co-author of at least one scientific publication in a peer-reviewed journal is an added advantage
Computer literacy and functionality as well as proficiency in report writing
Applicants should also have demonstrated abilities in the following:
Strong communication and presentation skills
Work ethics and team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent writing skills with a specific ability to write articles, reports, and proposals
Self-driven and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to demonstrate problem problem-solving approach
Ability to learn and work under pressure
Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
Application Instructions: We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to send an application letter and a detailed CV to careers@amhf.or.ke and indicate PROJECT OFFICER 2024 as the subject line. Applications should be received by 19th January 2024.
Apply via :
careers@amhf.or.ke
