Armauer Hansen Research Inistitute Project Coordinator Jobs in Ethiopia
Armauer Hansen Research Inistitute Project Coordinator Jobs in Ethiopia
Job DescriptionInternal/External Vacancy AnnouncementThe Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) was founded in 1970 through the initiative of the Norwegian and Swedish Save the Children organizations seconded by the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia.
The Institute got its name from the Norwegian physician, Gerhard Henrik Armauer Hansen, who first described the leprosy bacillus (Mycobacterium leprae).
AHRI is a biomedical research institute that works in developing tools for prevention, control and treatment of mycobacterium and other diseases of public healthy importance through applied and basic biomedical research and training.
In collaboration with Norwegian institute of public health, AHRI has planned to conduct a study on qualifying the performance of a newly developed “SeroSelectTB” test and determine the extent to which the test reduces diagnostic delay and expedites treatment.
The study is funded by EDCTP for a period of 3 years.
The project involves filed activities, program coordination at the office level and communication with stake holders and partners within AHRI as well as internationally.
We are looking for enthusiastic, bright minded, hardworking and time conscious candidates to be part of the team as well as envisioning to the excellence of the institute through quality research.
The employee will be base at AHRI but frequent visits where the research will be conducted is mandatory which is Bahirdar and surrounding area.
Job Requirements
Personal Specification
Qualification, Experiences and Essential Skills
MPH in Public Health or Health Management; OR MBA in Project Management or Business Administration; AND 8 years related work experience and background (BSc) in Public Health sciences from an accredited institution; OR
BSc in Public Health or Health Management; OR BA in Project Management or Business Administration; AND 10 years related work experience and background (BSc) in Public Health sciences from an accredited institution
Experience in health research coordination
or management
Experience in field research supervision, coordination or management
Experience in timely preparation of financial reports
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment and diverse team
Strong administrative, organizational and communication skills
Personal Attributes
Personal training/skills in the required position
Excellent interpersonal communication skill and proficient English skill
Strong computer literacy (MS office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet use)
Strong organizational skills; flexible to working off-working hours or weekends
A high level of attention to details
Ability to work with others/team work, including international collaborators
Open for discussion and learning
Ability to problem solving and willingness to take self-initiatives
Willingness to take up additional responsibilities and continuous training as needed
Principal Responsibilities
Facilitate the implementation of major project deliverables and activities
Perform regular quality control on data collection tools (such as CRFs and ICFs)
Closely work with the project PI and the core team at AHRI and collaborating institutions in the Norwegian institute of public health on the overall coordination, management and implementation of project plans.
planning and follow-up of the overall field activities and office tasks related to the project
planning regular meetings to discuss progress activities within the project and other related activities here in AHRI as well as with the team in the field
Identify challenges and facilitate discussion to solve problems
Regular follow-up and tracking of project expenses (budget/invoices) and assist in the quarterly preparation of financial reports
How to Apply
Interested applicants who fulfilled the above requirements should send the following through ethiojobs.net on or before August 27, 2020.
A CV/resume (not more than 5 pages)
A cover letter (maximum 1 page, describing why you wanted to apply for the position and how you meet the requirements for the position)
A one-page table summarizing your educational background, work experience, technical skills and competencies to facilitate the screening process.
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