About US:
Center for Health, Human Rights & Development (CEHURD) is an indigenous, non-profit, research and advocacy organization, whose vision is “To realize social justice in public health systems.” CEHURD works with public, private and civil society organisations to ensure that public health laws are used as principle tools for the promotion and protection of public health of the vulnerable populations in Uganda.
Job Summary: The Research Officer will support the Programme Manager in the provision of leadership and management of CEHURD’s research processes and the coordination of CEHURD’s Regional work on Health Equity. The incumbent will support the designing and implementing research projects and evidence-based advocacy initiatives. Some of the other responsibilities include fundraising, coordination of regional health equity initiatives with a strong contribution to CEHURD’s Strategic Plan.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Technically support CEHURD in producing high quality evidence-based research to inform processes on Health, Human Rights and Equity
Work closely and in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders both at national and regional level to develop and disseminate evidence on Health, Human Rights and Equity;
Primary serve as the key advisor on research and practice enhancement at CEHURD including obtaining ethical clearance for research, developing research tool, designing methodologies and leading on data collection, analysis and dissemination.
Represent and present CEHURD’s research work including the identification of various fora for such dissemination.
Act as the focal point person in CEHURD for regional work in health and strengthen national and regional capacities in advancing health equity.
In charge of developing new evidence based solutions that are responsive to changing needs and identified gaps and prioritizing the piloting of relevant new initiatives in CEHURD’s programs
Integrating knowledge and practice models across all programs of CEHURD
In charge of developing and managing a database for CEHURD’s work
Fundraise for CEHURD’s research and health equity work.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Programme Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The Research Officer must hold a Master’s Degree in Public Health or any other Health Science related field. Possession of a post graduate training in research methodologies is highly desired.
A minimum of three years of relevant experience in a similar research position, preferably with an academic institution, NGO or a research Agency;
The Research Officer should show demonstrated dedication to work effectively with underserved, at-risk, and vulnerable populations
Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own workloads and operate well under pressure
Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to present and effectively debate complex issues in Health, Human Rights and Equity.
Working knowledge and understanding of the broad range of issues impacting on health systems delivery and health equity.
Comprehensive understanding of, and commitment to, evidence-based practice in health, human rights and equity research.
Detailed knowledge and understanding of, and experience in, theory in research using both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
Proven ability to think and analyse critically into health equity issues
Strong planning, organising and project management skills
Proven ability to write in a variety of formats and use relevant Office and Research software in order to develop project plans and produce reports on research findings, dissemination plans and platforms etc.
Excellent verbal communication skills for different purposes and audiences
Demonstrated ability and experience in working both autonomously and collaboratively with relevant stakeholders
How to Apply:
All ideal candidates for this position should submit your curriculum vitae, copies of your academic documents and a cover letter in a sealed envelope, clearly indicating the position applied for on the “top left-hand side of the envelope” to:
The Executive Director Center for Health, Human Rights and Development Plot 833, Old Kiira Road, Ntinda P.O. Box 16617, Wandegeya Kampala – Uganda, OR
Email to: info@cehurd.org clearly indicating the position applied for in the subject line of the email.
Deadline: 31st July, 2015 by 12:00 noon