Job Summary
Reporting to the Director, Institute for Human Development and Programme Director of the ALMA network, overall the Senior Manager, Research and Capacity Building will coordinate all the ALMA Network activities coordinating with different internal and external parties; take the lead in coordinating activities such as training programmers, policy engagement, development of SOPs, and ensuring high-quality knowledge in action products; and be the contact person for all stakeholders interested in the activities of the ALMA Network.
Responsibilities
Outline and manage the implementation of competitive selection processes for the ALMA fellows and fellows from other training programmes.
Manage the fellow’s engagement with their supervisors, mentors and other members of the consortium, as well as track and document their training progress
Manage the delivery of high-quality training programmes including planning for trainings, managing participant applications, selection, and communication
Coordinate the development of new courses; support lead consultants to develop, test and rollout newly developed courses
Take the lead in developing policies, SOPs and guidelines for the ALMA Network and other training programs within the department
Provide initiative in maintaining positive, productive and ongoing communication within the ALMA Network
Contribute to developing new partnerships with a large variety of internal and external stakeholders such as global and regional networks, AKDN entities, county governments, NGOs, academia, frontline workers, and caregivers/parents
Participate in external meetings and contribute to enhancing the visibility of the ALMA Network among stakeholders
Participate in MEL activities to ensure we adequately document ALMA’s success and draw learnings on how to enhance the outcomes of the consortium; and
In collaboration with the Communication Officer, develop policy briefs, Fact Sheets, and other communication products targeting both academic and non-academic audiences
Requirements
Have a PhD Degree in the Social or Behavioural Sciences, Public Health or other allied fields
Must have not less than 3 years of post-doctoral experience
Experience coordinating a training programme for post graduate students, is highly desirable
Have demonstratable experience and skills working in a highly competitive multicultural setting
Key Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:
Ability to work well independently under no or minimal supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills
Fluency in English
Strong demonstrable analytical skills
Proactive team member, with keen desire to learn
Excellent report writing, communication and presentation skills
Willingness to travel within and outside the country
Closing Date: 28/07/2023
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