Study Coordinator (2 Positions)

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 

Program Summary  

The Learning Centre for Quality Management (LCQM) is a Centre of Excellence at Kamuzu  University of Health Sciences (KUHeS). As a regional hub for excellence, the LCQM is dedicated  to strengthening healthcare systems across Southern Africa. With a focus on enhancing the  quality of healthcare delivery, the Centre promotes evidence-based practices through  capacity building, research, and knowledge management.

Collaborating with local and international partners, the LCQM fosters a sustainable, people centred approach to healthcare, addressing critical challenges within health systems and  driving impactful solutions across the region.

With funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the LCQM is conducting research to  evaluate the integration of health screening and chronic care services (HIV, NCDs, Mental  Health, TB), alongside Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) services. This pilot  initiative is being implemented in selected facilities in Rumphi and Nkhotakota by the Ministry  of Health and its partners.

To achieve these, LQCM Project is inviting suitably and qualified candidates to fill the  following vacant positions:

Study Coordinator – 2 Positions 

Department : Learning Centre Research Unit

Responsible to : Co- Principal Investigator

Type of contract : 2 year-fixed Contract

Location : Rumphi or Nkhotakota

Role Overview 

The study coordinator will oversee the implementation of all study activities in all research  pillars i.e. clinical, qualitative, and economics. This role will supervise data collection, conduct  data quality assurance, and lead in data analysis and reporting in line with the study protocols.

The study coordinator will work collaboratively with the Co-PI for research pillars, project  administrator, national and district government officials, partners, facilities, and community  members to ensure effective and timely implementation of study activities.

Key Responsibilities 

  • Coordinating and leading project activities in their research pillar to ensure that  project targets are met on time and within the budget
  • Working closely with the MOH to ensure that evaluation activities align and  support the implementation of the goals and objectives of the service integration  pilot.
  • Supporting implementation of the pilot service integration – such as QI,  mentorship, review of pathways
  • Acting as the central point of contact on administrative and support issues for  activities related to the research pillar.
  • Identifying, developing, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. • Clarifying program tasks and resource requirements.
  • Planning and scheduling of project activities
  • Coordinating in-service training, supportive supervision, and mentorship  activities.
  • Coordinating development of service standards, SOPs, work instructions, and  guidelines.
  • Providing periodic study reports.

Job Requirements 

  • MSC in public health, epidemiology, social science, health economics or related  courses. A clinical background will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of project coordination and research experience. • Demonstrated experience in implementing mixed methods studies.
  • Demonstrated experience in data collection, quality assurance processes and  analysis.

Technical Skills: 

  • Excellent communication and report writing skills.
  • Excellent command of MS Office, particularly Excel, for data management and  reporting.
  • Proficiency in qualitative or quantitative data analysis packages

Other Competencies: 

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and confidentiality.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with  multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple activities simultaneously.

Application Procedure 

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their applications  including a cover letter, copies of relevant certificates and CV with names, emails, and  contact of professional referees to: 

The Registrar 

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences,

Mahatma Gandhi Road Campus,

P/Bag 360,

Chichiri,

Blantyre 3.

Or email to: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw

Indicate position applied for on the envelope for hard copy applications and indicate the  same in the subject line of your email for electronic submissions. Applications should reach  the Registrar not later than 21st January 2025. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Reference check shall be conducted to  successful candidates.