Research/Program Manager – Ghana Senior level

We are recruiting a Research/Program Manager as a full-time position. This position will be based in Accra, Ghana and will require extensive domestic travel within Ghana. The Manager will be responsible for managing project activities, including, but not limited to:

Project Execution
• Develop research protocols and data collection tools
• Develop and monitor timelines for completing project milestones
• Develop and monitor budgets
• Coordinate fieldwork logistics and data collection
• Manage ethical approval process and ensure that ethical principles are respected
• Delegate tasks to other employees, as needed
• Manage quantitative and qualitative datasets
• Ensure data quality
• Perform quantitative data analyses
• Maintain clear communication with any hired consultants or partner organizations
• Lead meetings with key collaborators (e.g., consultants, clients/funders, local stakeholders, etc)
• Lead the preparation of reports and presentations

Dissemination
• Lead the preparation of project presentations, reports, briefs, and publications
• Present program results at conferences and workshops

3. Criteria for the Position
The following qualifications are necessary for this position:
• Demonstrated experience in managing research programs related to water or sanitation.
• Master’s degree – preferably in engineering, science, environmental science, or related field.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience OR PhD in related field.
• Commitment to living in Ghana on a full-time basis is required.
• Ability to travel to field sites approximately 25% of time (this is an estimated average and is subject to fluctuate).
• Previous international work experience in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Ability to conduct quantitative data analysis in Excel, R, or Stata.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Fluency in English.

We are also looking for the following skills and attributes:
• Good problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Strong work ethic and a commitment to delivery.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement (e.g., government, water providers, bilateral donors, etc.)
• Outstanding organization and time management skills, with an attention to detail and an ability to establish systems to manage constant flows of information and deliver on deadlines.
• Proven ability to work closely with a small team and to successfully manage multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, while maintaining a positive and productive attitude and a good sense of humor!

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