Research and Evidence Specialist at Amref International University (AMIU)

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Research and Evidence Specialist plays a critical role in strengthening the evidence base for the PEP project by leading research activities across the PEP Partner Institutions. The Specialist will coordinate research and project activities across three public university partners, ensuring harmonized implementation, high-quality data collection, and utilization of findings to improve training outcomes. The role also supports building institutional capacity in education research, implementation science, and data-driven decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and coordination

Participate in the development and implementation of PEP project workplans with a focus on research, monitoring, and evaluation activities

Coordinate project implementation across the three partner public universities to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines

Facilitate collaboration and communication between AMIU and partner institutions on research and evidence generation activities

Support integration of research findings into project design and continuous improvement processes

Liaise with regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and stakeholders to support evidence informed training approaches

Technical Support

Coordinate the development and implementation of research protocals in collaboration with the project partners

Contribute to grant writing and implementation or research activities

Build capacity of faculty, graduate students and project staff in research methods, data analysis, and evidence use

Support partner institutions in establishing and strengthening research systems and structures

Provide technical guidance on education research, evaluation frameworks, and data utilization

Promote use of digital tools and platforms for data collection, analysis, and dissemination

Support integration of research into innovative training approaches such as eLearning, simulation, and blended learning.

Support documentation and submission of proposal/grants

Coordinate the implementation of field research activities

Develop budget for research activities

Undertake any other assignments, which may be assigned from time to time by the director

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

Engage stakeholders to promote evidence-based decision-making in health professions education

Build and maintain partnerships with universities, research institutions, and development partners

Advocate for adoption of research-informed and innovative training approaches

Support stakeholder sensitization and knowledge-sharing forums

REPORTING

The Innovative training specialist will report to the Deputy-Vice Chancellor Research Innovations and Community Extension

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES

Education and Experience

Candidates with the following educational qualifications from recognised universities are eligible to apply

Master degree in public health with a bias to biostatistics, or epidemiology, statistics

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, biostatistics/statistics, public health, mathematics, statistics or equivalent

Experience in research work or research from a similar organization

Experience in educational research is an added advantage

Publication of at least two articles in peer reviewed journals

Experience

2 years working in a busy research setting

Skills Required:

Excellent communication skills, including written and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili

Proficiency in data analysis using at least two of these software’s; R, and Stata and EPI Info and including MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Advanced Excel) skills.

Budgeting skills

Ability to complete multiple tasks under pressure and work in a multi-cultural team environment.

Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Excellent ICT skills

Attributes

Strong interpersonal skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to prioritise own workload and work with minimal supervision

Ability to lead complex proposal development teams

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams

Quick learner willing to go the extra mile to achieve deadlines

Able to work independently as well as part of a team

Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Analytical skills

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