Project Coordinator
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
BACKGROUND:
The
National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) is a Parastatal
Organization established by an Act of Parliament No. 23 of 1979 (CAP.59,
R.E.2002) and became operational in 1980. The National Institute for
Medical Research (NIMR) Muhimbili Centre is looking for a full time
qualified Tanzanians to fill the posts of Project Coordinator, Study
Physician, Clinical Research Nurse, Research Officer and Project
accounts Officer.
On behalf of the Director General of the
National Institute for Medical Research, the Centre Director of
Muhimbili Medical Research Centre wishes to advertise the mentioned
posts which require a highly motivated and competent Tanzanians to fill
the posts on annual contract basis with possibility of renewal.
PROJECT COORDINATOR: (1 POSITION)
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The
Project Coordinator will facilitate and coordinate daily project
activities and playing a critical role in the implementation of the
project. By performing these duties, the Project Coordinator will work
with the Project Investigator and other stakeholders to support and
provide guidance on administration, financial, personnel and other
related aspects of the project.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To
ensure that assigned project activities including patient’s
recruitment, sample collection, packaging, storage and transportation
are implemented as per the SOP’s while abiding to all ethical
principles, on time and as per the work plan; - To develop accurate source materials and ensure compliance from project staff and stakeholders;
- To provide accurate and timely documentation and reporting to both sponsor and NIMR;
- To ensure appropriate credentialing and training of the project team members in the project sites;
- To
liaise with project team and stakeholders to ensure that the
implementation of the project activities supports efforts of the
Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children
on the vaccination for COVID-19; - To communicate and collaborate specific project requirements to the project team, including PI, sponsor and stakeholders;
- To ensure compliance with project protocols, by providing ongoing quality control audits;
- To
facilitate communication of project’s progress to all stakeholders on
implementation strategies; this includes, providing regular status
updates and progress reports to project management; - To
facilitate timely and effective stakeholders’ communication through
regular meetings, reporting, site visits and conference calls; - To manage effective relationships and open communication with project site facilities and key stakeholders;
- To compile and maintain all project documentation in accordance with Project SOPs;
- To prepare quarterly, annual and terminal progress reports of the work done;
- To
organize meetings, as necessary, with project team members and
collaborators, including programme, accommodation, travel, venues and
social events; - To perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- A holder of Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and a MSc in related field;
- At least a minimum of two years’ experience in coordinating a clinical trial;
- Good
analytical skills and ability to understand complex subjects; extract
and communicate relevant information from data and documents; - Ability to prepare comprehensive project documentation and reporting, using
- MS Office software, for internal and stakeholders’ communication;
- Expert
project management skills, including a demonstrated ability to define
scope, manage stakeholders, manage schedule/task activity, manage change
and communicate risks; - Excellent organizational skills with the ability to organize time appropriately and effectively;
- Strong language skills with fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili including presentation skills;
- Self-motivated,
able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to appropriate
project authority requests and to collaborate with others to utilize
their resources and knowledge to identify quality solutions; - Strong
organization, planning and project management skills; ability to
prioritize tasks for both self and team to meet requirements and
deadlines.
REPORTING:
The Project Coordinator will report to Project Principal Investigator.
CONTRACT:
One-year contract which may be renewed on the basis of performance and mutual agreement.
DUTY STATION:
The successful Candidate will be based at NIMR-Muhimbili Centre, Dar-es-Salaam.
COMPENSATION:
A competitive salary will be offered as per Government of Tanzania Regulations.
MODE OF APPLICATION
- All applications should be enclosed with certified photocopies of relevant certificates and detailed curriculum vitae.
- Applicants are also reminded to indicate all necessary information for communication.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Applicant is required to submit his hardcopy application to the address below.
The Centre Director,
National Institute for Medical Research,
Muhimbili Medical Research Centre,
P O Box 3436,
Dar es Salaam, TANZANIA.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The application deadline will be on 14th January 2022.
