Position 1: Terms of Reference Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation
Key Tasks:
- Technical and Research Support:
- Provide complete technical and administrative help for the analysis undertaking’s implementation.
- Offer experience in developing evaluation instruments, methodologies, coaching tips, and other research-related materials.
- Coordinate closely with local health authorities, UNICEF, MoH, and LSHTM to ensure smooth research implementation.
- Data Collection and Management:
- Oversee data collection activities to ensure strict adherence to established protocols.
- Train and supervise field data collectors and enumerators, ensuring high performance and accuracy.
- Maintain data quality through regular monitoring and validation checks.
- Operational Support:
- Collaborate effectively with implementation partners and regional, zonal, and woreda health offices.
- Conduct regular reviews with the research team to assess progress and address challenges.
- Develop and adapt work plans to respond to the evolving needs of the research.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the research undertaking.
- Prepare and submit periodic progress reports.
Skills and Educational Background:
- MPH in Nutrition or health-related fields, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and managing large-scale field studies, particularly in research and cohort studies.
- Familiarity with micronutrient supplementation programs and adherence measurement methods.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills, with proficiency in statistical software (e.g., STATA).
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong personal motivation and willingness to travel to study sites/districts (more than 50% of the time).
- Willing to participate in other academic activities within the department.
- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Position 2: Voucher for Treatment Trial (V4T) Research Coordinator
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical and Research Support:
- Provide complete technical and administrative help for the research undertaking’s implementation.
- Data Collection and Management:
- Oversee data collection activities and ensure adherence to protocols.
- Train and supervise field data collectors.
- Operational Support:
- Collaborate with implementation partners and health offices.
- Conduct regular reviews with the research team.
- Develop and adapt work plans.
- Manage daily operations of the research undertaking.
- Reporting and Dissemination:
- Prepare and submit periodic progress reports.
Skills and Educational Background:
- MPH in Nutrition or health-related fields, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- Expertise in designing and managing large-scale field studies, particularly RCTs and evaluation studies.
- Familiarity with the CMAM program in Ethiopia is a plus.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills, with proficiency in statistical software (e.g., STATA).
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong personal motivation and willingness to travel to study sites/districts (more than 50% of the time).
- Willing to participate in other academic activities within the department.
- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Position Location: Full-time contract at the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, with frequent travel to study sites.
Funding Source: The World Food Program (WFP)
Term of Employment: 12 months
Salary: As per the Project scale
Position 3: Terms of Reference Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) Statistician and Data Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Data Management:
- Develop and maintain databases to store research data.
- Ensure the integrity, security, and accuracy of data.
- Oversee data entry processes, ensuring data is accurately recorded and stored.
- Implement and maintain data quality control measures.
- Assess database performance and identify problem areas.
- Technical Support:
- Provide expertise in the design of evaluation tools and methodologies.
- Guide data collection procedures to ensure they are statistically sound.
- Train field staff and data collectors on data management protocols.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare detailed statistical reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development of peer-reviewed publications.
- Ensure all data management and analysis activities comply with ethical guidelines and standards.
- Collaboration and Coordination:
- Work closely with the research team, local health authorities, UNICEF, MoH, and LSHTM.
Skills and Educational Background:
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in statistical analysis and data management in public health research.
- Proven expertise in managing large-scale field studies and handling complex datasets.
- Familiarity with micronutrient supplementation programs is an asset.
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., STATA).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Female applicants are encouraged to apply.
Position Location: Full-time contract at the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, with frequent travel to study sites.
Funding Source: The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg, School of Public Health, Institute for International Programs and the Children Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF)
Term of Employment: 12 months with the possibility of extension
Salary: As per the Project scale
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications.
- A current CV with contact information for at least two professional references.
- Written recommendations from referees on relevant experience.
- Copies of relevant academic certificates.
Submission:
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply in person at:
Addis Ababa University, College of Health Science, School of Public Health, Human Resource Management & Development Office No 218 (Sefere-selam Compass).
Application Deadline: June 18, 2024
Contact Information:
Phone: +25111571135
Note:
- Ability to listen, speak, read, and write in Afaan Oromoo is mandatory.
- Knowledge of English and other local languages is advantageous.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Female candidates and candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.