Research Director at LVCT Health

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); LVCT Health is an indigenous Kenyan non-governmental and not-for-profit organization established in . We are driving Kenya towards HIV prevention, with an ultimate goal of reducing HIV infections to zero. We offer integrated HIV services through development of models that are scaled up to the national models. We also carry out sexual and reproductive health research – translating our research to policy and practice; providing evidence for HIV policy reforms and service delivery; and developing capacities of indigenous organizations in building sustainable human resources for community HIV Prevention. We give special attention to those with greatest vulnerability to infection and with special service needs – including survivors of sexual violence, persons living with disabilities, men who have sex with men, Youth and Sex Workers. Our offices are in Nairobi, Western Region, Eastern and Central Region and Rift Valley.

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Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy (25%)

Keeping abreast of national and international developments in the specific areas and informing LVCT Health Research programs appropriately. Develop LVCT’s research strategy, identifying opportunities and areas of growth. Ensure the strategy is aligned to the LVCT Health strategy and there is integration of research in LVCT Health program Contacting and establishing relationships with external influencers and forming and maintaining strategic partnerships for research for growth and visibility Identifying research opportunities for LVCT Health internally and externally Work with the research and communications team to develop and implement a research uptake strategy Establishing, maintaining, and building partnerships with Kenyan MOH, counties, and relevant regional and global bodies Participating in and providing technical support and leadership irrelevant policy forums of priority for developing the research agenda Managing research partnerships where LVCT Health is in consortia to ensure the organization’s interests are safeguarded including data, intellectual property, publications etc.

Required Qualification, and Experience

Ph.D.in public health, global and international health, social sciences 8 years of experience in public health, health systems, or social research with 3 years post Ph.D. experience. Proven experience in program monitoring and evaluation, research design and supporting team learning processes. Knowledge of mixed methods research with advanced knowledge in quantitative research methods and statistical analysis, epidemiology, health systems,or health economics. Advanced proficiency in one or more statistical software packages Strong computer skills, with familiarity in using SharePoint and Microsoft Office suite applications (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes. Demonstrated ability to publish journal articles and other communications documents to disseminate research findings