Amref Health Africa is the largest international health development organization based in Africa.
With headquarters in Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in Ethiopia, Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Southern Africa and Western Africa providing services to over 30 countries. Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, Amref Health Africa aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health. Amref Health Africa is committed to improving the health of people in Africa by increasing sustainable health access to communities in Africa through solutions in human resources for health, health service delivery, and investments in health. Our Vision is Lasting Health Change in Africa. Amref Health Africa is seeking to hire qualified person to fill the following position.
Job Title: Research Manager
Location: Kampala with frequent travels to the field
Job Summary
The Research manager is the lead study implementer and is responsible for coordinating all study related activities/operations in close consultation with the investigators. He or she must have an excellent understanding of the study protocol and strong attention to detail. .

Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate with all partners involved in the implementation of the study to ensure efficient and effective study implementation.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the study activities and provide both administrative and technical oversight.
• Provide supervisory support to the research sites across the country
• Coordinate and supervise the study staff to ensure that staff are correctly carrying out their duties
• Ensure the protocol is rightly implemented in observance of the Human subjects’ research ethical standards.
• Liaise with MoH and the participating health facilities/hospitals to ensure success full implementation of the study.
• Organize and facilitate facility/hospital steering committee coordination meetings
• Compile and submit progress reports to relevant persons at the required intervals.
• Facilitate preparation and submission of work plans, budgets and accountabilities in relation to project activities.
• Ensure that the project is implemented within budget and timelines.
• Liaising with other teams to ensure timely availability of field logistics
• Any other official duty as assigned by study Investigators

Qualifications and Experience
• Master’s Degree in Public Health, epidemiology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in study coordination work is required; experience in epidemiology and infectious disease research is an added advantage.
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel);
• Organized with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent management, networking, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Project management skills will be an advantage