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Epidemiology Activity Manager
About this role
Main Purpose | |
Defining,
coordinating and monitoring the epidemiological activities, ensuring the
development of appropriate methodology and the quality of studies according
to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to identify risk factors
for diseases and to determine the optimal treatment approaches to clinical
practice and the preventive medicine to be used in the missions. The MSF Mombasa Project is conducting evidence-based implementation
of a multi-year population health intervention. This position will support
the project by leading its research and data activities, including routine
patient and project data, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) activities,
and a program of mixed methods Operational Research. As part of this work,
the position will define, coordinate, and monitor all research and data
activities, including translation of results into practice. This position
will lead a team of research and data officers and will coordinate
collaboration with diverse local, national, and international stakeholders in
alignment with operational priorities and in agreement with the PMR/PC. | |
- Defining,
scheduling and organizing, in close collaboration with medical team members and
other key stakeholders an annual research and data plan, including its
associating budget, to improve early detection of risk factors to better define
treatment approaches and preventive practices. Leading implementation of plans
and protocols for re-search and data, ensuring all related staff follow them
in order to improve efficiency and impact.
- Supervising,
according to annual plan, research and data activities, including ensuring that
contacts with community groups and authorities are aligned with the objectives
of M&E and Operational Research and that the population participating in
the research is properly informed. Reporting on the progress of data
collection, on ongoing analysis of research or on any issue causing delay, in
order to achieve epidemiological goals on time.
- Advising the MSF
medical team on intervention and epidemiological matters that arise, and when
necessary, de-signing and implementing tools and data collection to meet
emerging needs.
- Ensuring, in
coordination with logistics department, that national or international shipment
of laboratory samples acquired for research purposes is done within datelines
and according to protocols, following security rules and keeping conditions
needed for the sample
- Supervising data
filing procedures, ensuring that all research and data software are properly
used and are updated regularly, in order to ensure full data traceability and
availability
- Planning and
supervising, in close coordination with the HR, policies and values, the
associated processes (job description, recruitment, training, performance
evaluation, development and internal/external communication) of the research
and data staff in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge
required, to improve staff technical capabilities, contribution and commitment
to MSF values.
- Supervising, in
close coordination with the Logistic Manager that research and data equipment
and materials are properly maintained and stock level is above minimum point in
order to ensure availability and research activity continuity.
- Participating in
operational monthly reports and organizing and/or assisting medical staff in
preparing research and data reports related to health facilities and to
researched areas.
- Design,
implement, and maintain an overarching protocol for all data-related activities
of the project, including in relation to data quality assurance.
- Oversee
implementation of an electronic medical record (EMR) system, ensuring rigorous
processes of data protection and management.
- Participate in
activities to disseminate and share Operational Research results, including
scientific reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts, presentations to scientific and
generalist audiences, and others.
- Lead
collaboration with diverse stakeholders from the medical, governmental,
scientific, community, and other sectors in support of data interpretation and
dissemination, in alignment with operational priorities and in agreement with
the PMR/PC.
- Provide
mentorship and technical leadership to the research and data team and, as
requested, provide technical advice to other project teams.
Requirements
Education: Essential: Degree in Epidemiology
or Public Health with extensive training in statistics and research methods
Experience :
Essential
· 2 years
working experience with MSF or other NGOs
· Experience conducting or coordinating research in
epidemiology, implementation science, health systems, or the social sciences
· Experience leading a team, including people
management and collaboration between partners
Desirable
· Experience working with electronic medical record
(EMR) software, systems, or datasets
· Experience leading or supporting mixed methods
research
· Experience working or conducting research in
implementation science, epidemiology, population health, or key populations
Languages : English Essential & Swahili Desirable
Knowledge : Essential computer literacy
(word, excel, internet) and
data analysis package Stata, R or other related)
Competencies: People management •
Commitment • Flexibility • Results • Analytical thinking • Planning and organization
• Teamwork
If
you meet the above requirements, Please submit your application including the CV and application letter in PDF format combined as one document and saved with your
full names by 9th October 2026
We apologize that due to the volume of applications we receive, only short-listed
candidates will be contacted. Incomplete applications will not be
considered
This vacancy is open for Kenyan Nationals only
MSF is an equal Employer and does not
charge any application/recruitment or training fee. MSFCH welcomes applications from people of all sexual or gender
identities and encourages women to apply
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your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you
consent to MSF using your personal data only for the recruitment process (i.e.
Receive all the information and documents necessary to proceed with the
recruitment process, validation of best applications and selection of the most
suitable candidate). Your personal data will be treated confidentially. MSF will not use your personal data in any
other way other than for the purposes of this recruitment
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