Deputy Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation for the Maternal Health Task Force
Auto req ID
25089BR
Business Title
Deputy Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Manager for the Maternal Health Task Force
School/Unit
Harvard School of Public Health
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Location
USA – MA – Boston
Job Function
Research
Time Status
Full-time
Department
Global Health and Population
Salary Grade
059
Union
00 – Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Duties & Responsibilities
The Maternal Health Task Force (MHTF), an integral part of the Women and Health Initiative and housed within the Department of Global Health and Population, will improve global maternal health policies and programs by strengthening the maternal health community through expanding access to critical knowledge, evidence and information; providing a neutral space for scientific debate and consensus building; strengthening the capacity of developing country professionals; and expanding the knowledge base on how to improve and evaluate the content and quality of maternal health care. The ultimate goal of the project is to contribute to the reduction of maternal mortality and morbidity. By doing so, we will significantly improve women’s, newborns’ and children’s health, as well as families’ and communities’ well-being. The Deputy Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation, in close and constant dialogue with the P.I. and relevant partners, will have overall responsibility for developing and overseeing the research strategy, directing research-related work plans and activities, and achieving the implementation research agenda’s indicators and milestones. With regards to the research agenda, s/he will identify critical issues and collaborators for all projects; stimulate innovative thinking, approaches, and ways to translate new evidence into action; establish and implement tracking systems and compile data on project indicators for reports; assist individual project investigators in the development and implementation of all project-related activities; obtain project approval from institutional review boards at Harvard and in-country; lead and support development of scientific papers and reports for publication in peer reviewed journals and other dissemination tools; manage the Technical Advisory Group; staff the external evaluation that the BMGF will commission at the end of the first year of the MHTF project; and monitor and evaluate the MHTF project activities in close collaboration with the PI, directors and staff of the project. The Deputy Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation will assist in establishing the MHTF at Harvard School of Public Health and engaging participation of HSPH stakeholders; identify the critical areas and gaps in the maternal health field in consultation with the Technical Advisory Group, members of the Task Force, the PI and the project deputy directors. This periodic exercise will provide the basis for the development and implementation of the research agenda; and assist in managing communications and relationships with the Gates Foundation, MHTF members/participants, other donors and stakeholders, and the media in all matters related to the MHTF research agenda. Please note: This is a grant-funded position through 10/31/2014.
Basic Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in the fields of medicine or health sciences including epidemiology, public health, health systems, monitoring and evaluation, or maternal health. At least 8 years related work experience, including experience with developing country counterparts and health professionals; experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Additional Qualifications
– Doctoral degree or higher in the fields of medicine or health sciences including epidemiology, public health, health systems, monitoring and evaluation, or maternal health strongly preferred
– Demonstrated technical/programmatic competence and recognized international leadership in maternal health or other related areas
– A track record of success designing and overseeing complex projects and research programs
– Vast experience with monitoring and evaluation of large, complex projects – Excellent interpersonal, diplomatic, and communications skills (verbal and writing)
– Successful track record in peer- reviewed publications and presentations in scientific conferences and meetings
– The ability to foster collaboration, consensus-building, and the development and implementation of global agendas
– Strong quantitative skills in data collection, data base management, data analyses, and writing skills
– Ability to synthesize, present, and convey findings to various technical and non-technical audiences
– Ability to technically interact with researchers and specialists in the areas of maternal health, nutrition, HIV/AIDS, family planning and perinatal health
– Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform the duties listed above
– Problem-solver approach to roles and responsibilities
– Demonstrated initiative
– Experience working in developing country settings, preferably India, Ethiopia, or Nigeria
– Willingness to travel extensively to diverse countries
– First-rate spoken and written English; proficiency in another language would be an additional asset
– Ability to develop work plan for several projects and be accountable for successful completion of projects
– Experience in fundraising as member of a team
– Meticulous attention to detail
– Problem-solver approach to roles and responsibilities
– Must be a team player
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