Manager- Institute for Global Health and Development

Job Description

Manager, Institute for Global Health and DevelopmentEntityAga Khan UniversityLocationPakistan, KarachiIntroductionThe Aga Khan University?s Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD) was established in the year 2020 to serve as a University-wide entity for providing a unique platform for facilitating strategic engagements and partnerships between AKU, University of Central Asia and the wider Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). IGHD aims to address global health and environmental challenges by creating a multi-disciplinary support system and infrastructure, whereby researchers across campuses and regions can collaborate and contribute.The IGHD works across four thematic areas, including Sustainable Development Goals (including Broad Social Determinants of Health); Gender Equity and Empowerment; Climate Change, Urban Development, and Health, and; Agriculture, Food Security, and Nutrition.Benazir Nashonuma Program (BNP) under the umbrella of Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) was initiated by the government in 2020 to improve maternal and child health, and particularly to reduce stunting in children. Aga Khan University, Center of Excellence is conducting an evaluation of the program through a quasi experimental study, longitudinal cohort and implementation research.ResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for overall coordination of the research project which involves preparation and update of project documents, communication with collaborators and investigators, implementation of project in the field sites and compilation of various reports.Specific responsibilities include to:

• plan, implement and supervise project related field activities
• coordinate in hiring of project staff, conduct their trainings, monitor and provide feedback to staff on their performance, prepare reports, attend meetings with collaborators for the study project
• supervise data entry activities, share project progress with the Principal Investigator
• coordinate with laboratory management for specimen testing and reporting
• develop SOPs for project, administrative processes and procedures to facilitate standardized practices at all field sites
• conduct internal audits for ongoing research projects and share report to the Principal Investigators with recommendations
• work closely with administrative staff to ensure discipline, sufficient supplies and availability of project staff at the field sites on daily basis
• prepare and manage the duty rosters of all field staff on holidays or during city disturbances
• observe, troubleshoot and report to higher management with solutions of identified problems for efficient performance at field sites, liaison with community stakeholders and project staff to ensure smooth running of project activities within the project settings.

• Masters in Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Sociology, Public Health or Health Policy Management preferably with MBBS background; candidates having Diploma in Child Health or Certification in Good Clinical Practices (GCP) would be preferred
• at least five years of relevant experience with at least three years of experience at senior level preferably in healthcare or research organization of good repute
• sound knowledge of research methods, theories of society and social issues such as differences in gender, cultural and religious beliefs
• good understanding of health systems particularly community demands, raising activities, district office liaison, health facility support and rural Sindh context
• skills of critical analysis and interpretation of information,
• capability to manage field teams, work independently and take initiative
• capacity to conduct qualitative exploratory research
• ability to evaluate the social research projects, plan and organize field activities and complex tasks
• manage data and perform data quality checks
• develop study protocols and write manuscripts
• good interpersonal and communication skills
• excellent English writing and speaking skills and command of Punjabi/ Saraiki/ Sindhi language
• good computer skills, particularly MS Office and STATA.

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