Program/Research Manager Job at Aquaya… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at Aquaya.
Descriptions;
The Aquaya Institute is a non-profit research and consulting organization dedicated to improving health in the developing world. We deliver the knowledge and tools that are required to achieve universal access to safe water and sanitation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop research protocols and data collection tools
- Develop and monitor timelines for completing project milestones
- Develop and monitor budgets
- Coordinate fieldwork logistics and data collection
- Manage ethical approval process and ensure that ethical principles are respected
- Delegate tasks to other employees, as needed
- Manage quantitative and qualitative datasets
- Ensure data quality
- Perform quantitative data analyses
- Maintain clear communication with any hired consultants or partner organizations
- Attend meetings with key collaborators and consultants
- Lead the preparation of reports and presentations
Dissemination
- Lead the preparation of project presentations, reports, briefs, and publications
- Participate in the presentation of program results at conferences and workshops
Criteria for the Research Manager position
The following qualifications are necessary for this position:
- Demonstrated experience in managing research programs, preferably related to water or sanitation.
- Master’s degree – preferably in engineering, science, environmental science, or related field.
- 4+ years of relevant work experience OR PhD in related field.
- Previous international work experience in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Ability to conduct quantitative data analysis in Excel, R, or Stata.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Fluency in English
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Application Deadline: 31st October. 2022
