Research Program Manager at Rekrut Consulting

Rekrut Consulting is a dynamic advertising company based in Ikeja, Lagos, specializing in innovative marketing solutions for a diverse range of clients. With a focus on creativity, strategy, and excellence, we strive to deliver cutting-edge campaigns that leave a lasting impact.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Program Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the critical assessment and origination of innovative policies and frameworks to sustain and enhance the relevance of our research efforts towards emerging priorities and client needs.
• Screen grant applications and RFPs to identify research opportunities and prepare winning proposals in conjunction with the chief innovation officer and research scientists.
• Manage a team of project managers, research staff and clinical staff to successfully execute research projects.
• Manage collaboration and coordination with internal teams
• Forecast risks and implement plans to mitigate risks in collaboration with team members and other stakeholders.
• Develop collaborative networks with a wide range of researchers and research institutions across Nigeria.
• Conduct outreach activities at universities and other suitable organizations to solicit new projects and staff.
• Regularly create social media posts and stories to increase the visibility of the department's in the local and professional community.
• Actively monitor the progress of multiple projects simultaneously to ensure they meet deliverables and deadlines.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation. And adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
• Set and enforce stringent metrics and standards to guarantee consistent quality across all research service, program, and portfolio deliverables
• Prepare and monitor departmental and individual KPIs. Adhere to EHA Clinics code of conduct and ethical standards of the field.

Requirements

• PhD in Public Health, Life Sciences or a similar field from an outstanding academic university is a minimum requirement for this position
• A minimum of 3 years work experience as a project manager or 1 year as a program manager in an international organization is essential.
• Proficiency in the English language and the ability to write science in a clear, coherent and persuasive manner.
• Strong computer skills, including Google Suite are essential.
• Good documentation and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time as required.

Salary

• N763,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st May, 2024.