Job Summary

CHAI is looking for an experienced, senior-level manager with outstanding credentials to take up the position of Senior Research Manager to provide analytical, program management and leadership for this project.

S/he will work under the supervision of the Program Director, Infectious and Non-Infectious Diseases.

• Lead Research Strategy Development: Lead the development of research strategies and identify critical research questions that align with the mandates of the funded project, focusing on innovative health interventions and outcomes.
• Ensure Ethical Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Oversee compliance with all research ethics requirements, institutional review boards, and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the highest standards of research integrity.
• Supervise and Manage Research and Data Teams: Provide leadership and oversight in primary data collection, program management, and analysis, ensuring high-quality data handling, robust management practices, and adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate with Key Stakeholders for Data Acquisition: Establish and maintain strong partnerships with data owners, such as the Ministry of Health (MOH), to acquire necessary data for comprehensive analysis and ensure data availability and reliability.
• Oversee Data Preparation and Transfer: Manage the preparation of final data sets for transfer to the overall Retain6 data team, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and readiness for analysis.
• Co-Author and Disseminate Research Outputs: Participate in the preparation of detailed analytic reports, abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts, incorporating sophisticated data visualizations to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders at meetings, conferences etc.
• Mentor and Develop Research Staff: Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to junior analytic and research staff, enhancing the team’s overall analytical capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Engage with Study Sites and Stakeholders: Travel to study sites and attend relevant meetings and conferences, both within and outside Zambia, representing the projects at high-level stakeholder meetings, and engaging with the Ministry of Health,
• implementing partners, funders, and other key stakeholders.
• Contribute to Strategic Goals: Perform other tasks and roles as requested by Retain6 and CHAI leadership contributing to the overall strategic goals and success of the project.
• Implement and Oversee Data and Analytical Activities:
• Develop and write research protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Design and develop innovative research tools and methodologies.
• Coordinate all aspects of data acquisition processes, including data collection, transfer, dataset linkages, pre-processing, and quality assurance.
• Oversee the development of comprehensive data analysis plans, including sample size calculations and statistical methodologies.
• Conduct advanced data analyses and ensure accurate documentation and interpretation of research findings.