JOB DIMENSIONS:
The primary responsibility will be to support a set of activities aimed at strengthening vaccine R&D in Africa, including workforce development, annual vaccinology courses in Africa, quarterly vaccinology webinars for students in universities and other higher learning institutions in Africa, vaccine R&D internships at manufacturing facilities globally, and other activities. The post holder will be highly motivated, self-driven and expected to take leadership in championing the further development and strengthening of the vaccine R&D and manufacture ecosystem in Africa.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Establish and implement programmatic goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures
Take responsibility for day-to-day operational and financial management of the vaccine R&D and workforce development initiative
Plan and track capital, operating budgets and expenditures in liaison with the finance and grants departments of the KWTRP and project partners
Arrange and implement legal and contractual agreements as required to facilitate the workforce development programme
Oversee controls and problem resolution in line with KWTRP’s policies and procedures
Maintain a register of risks and implement strategies to mitigate risk
Represent the workforce development programme to relevant internal committees, project partners, funding agencies and external organizations
Preparation of reports, presentations and other project outputs and liaison with the funder(s) and other key stakeholders
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
A Master’s in Business Administration/Strategic Management/Project Management/Statistics or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Minimum Ten (10) years overall experience, five (5) years of which were at managerial level with some experience of R&D in Africa
Degree in scientific field – biological sciences/pharmacy/veterinary medicine is an added advantage
Exceptional project management skills with evidence of managing multiple large projects simultaneously, proficiency in using project management tools / Prince 2 qualification in project management
Significant skills in leadership, organization, prioritisation, problem-solving and decision making.
Financially literate with sound knowledge of budgeting methodologies and resource management concepts including proven experience of preparing and monitoring budgets and financial reports
Demonstrable experience in writing high quality reports and presentations in English, with evidence of being attentive to detail.
Ability to network, communicate, be diplomatic and maintain strong local and international relationships within a multi-cultural environment and wide diversity of people, and have experience in resolving disputes.
Proven programme leadership including planning, managing and delivering international programmes.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
Relevant experience in the design and implementation of learning and development programmes in Africa
Experience in management of vaccine research and development Programmes
COMPETENCIES:
Financial management skills with experience of managing significant programme budgets to demanding deadlines and to deliver to set timelines
Confident communicator with track-record of prioritising and delivering on a varied and extensive workload to tight deadlines across multiple partners in a global network
Experience of managing a team and managing good working relationships across a range of cultures at both an individual and institutional level.
Competence in the design of learning and development programmes
Strategic thinker with a well-organised and efficient approach to the application of project planning and controls including, staff development, project risk management and value for money
Ability to build productive and collaborative relationships with varied stakeholders, and to work within a team in a multi-cultural environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines
Demonstrated high levels of confidentiality and integrity
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:
Office based
Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as required
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