JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Training Coordinator
The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) seeks to hire a suitable candidate for the position of Training Coordinator for the Implementing Malaria Molecular Surveillance (IMMRSE) study. The successful candidate will be based in Kampala office.
Job description
1. Ensure that IMMRSE training program activities are executed as per funding agency
rules
2. Work with the HR Manager, study Coordinator and PI to advertise, shortlist and
interview candidates for award of Trainee Opportunities.
3. Draft training plans and schedule to align with project requirements.
4. Oversee training plans and track academic progress of trainees in liaison with the IDRC
regulatory office.
5. Work with the Grants Manager and project coordinator to track the project budget
6. Support trainees to ensure that stipends, course fees, research expenses etc are paid on time.
7. Prepare and submit annual progress reports on trainees as required by funding agency.
8. Organize the scheduled training programs, regular trainee meetings and presentation
sessions
9. Develop a monitoring and evaluation system to track the success of the training
program.
10. Support the Regulatory affairs office to establish a training coordination office within
IDRC.
Key Result Areas
1. Training plans and academic progress of trainees kept on track.
2. Documented training plans for project trainees
3. Timely progress reports submitted
4. Trainee program established and functioning as planned
Qualifications and other desirables for the job:
Mandatory
1. Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Social work, public Health or related discipline.
2. Prior experience in a similar coordinator position is an added advantage
3. Possess a Good Clinical Practice certificate
4. Good Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
5. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
6. Ability to work under stringent deadlines and to work independently
How to apply:
This advert can be found on the IDRC website: http://idrc-uganda.org/careers.html
Please note that applications can only be submitted using the link that is available on the
website
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT COMMENTS:
• All applications must be submitted on or before 5:00pm, Friday 14th January 2022
• Submission of incomplete or inaccurate documents will render the applicant ineligible for
consideration for the job opening.
• Only online applications will be accepted and please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further
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