Job Description

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.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Programme Manager oversees the successful completion of projects in the Climate and Health portfolio, managing resources, risks, timelines, and budgets while communicating with stakeholders. They provide assistance to the Director – Climate and Health and collaborate with team leads to coordinate the implementation of research and program activities. The Climate and Health Department implements projects aimed at addressing the impact of elevated heat on individuals, households, communities, and health facilities.

Project Management and Oversight:
• Oversee the planning, execution, and coordination of research activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives, protocols, and timelines.
• Collaborate with the Director of Climate, Environment, and Health to develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Regularly update the Director of Climate, Environment, and Health on project progress and manage resources to ensure project success.
Protocol and Compliance Management:
• Assist in developing research protocols, grant proposals, and ensure timely protocol approvals, renewals, and ethical compliance.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conduct regular audits and quality checks.
• Handle all IRB submissions, ethics protocols renewals, and compliance reviews.
Data Management and Analysis:
• Oversee data collection, management, and analysis to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of data capture and analysis.
• Collaborate with data management and statistical teams to facilitate data integration and interpretation.
Stakeholder and Communication Management:
• Engage with stakeholders, community leaders, and advisory boards.
• Coordinate community engagement activities and communicate project updates and research findings effectively.
Financial and Resource Management:
• Monitor project expenditures and manage budgetary constraints in collaboration with the Director of Climate, Environment, and Health and finance teams.
• Oversee the inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring the availability of necessary resources.
Team Supervision and Training:
• Supervise research staff, providing ongoing support, training, and mentorship.
• Ensure team familiarity with study protocols, ethical guidelines, and data collection procedures.
Evaluation and Reporting:
• Conduct project evaluations to assess outcomes, impact, and lessons learned.
• Prepare and ensure timely submission of project deliverables and reports.
Conflict and Relations Management:
• Proactively identify and resolve conflicts among project staff, stakeholders, or partners.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with field staff and provide continuous support and guidance.
Leadership and Community Engagement:
• Lead the Working Group's activities, developing agendas, and facilitating discussions.
• Actively contribute to the community sense and values of CeSHHAR, participating in meetings and providing mentorship.
Administrative and Additional Duties:
• Manage administrative duties including scheduling of project meetings and departmental meetings and collate accurate minutes during meetings, meticulous management of the Director’s calendar, and manuscript submissions.
• Execute any other duties as directed by the Director of Climate, Environment, and Health, aligned with the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Qualifications and Experience

A Masters Degree in Social Sciences. A PhD will be an added advantage. Publications in climate-related topics is an added advantage. Possession of a valid GCP Certificate and Research Ethics. At least 8 years of research experience. Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively as part of a research team with a good understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods of research; Prior experience managing a field team. Conversant in Microsoft Office packages and possession of excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Self-motivated and good leadership skills. Ability to work with people from different backgrounds.

How to Apply

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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.

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