Project Officer

Background
The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, at the University of Sydney, is a leading Australian-based research organization that conducts research into lung diseases such as tuberculosis and asthma. The Woolcock Institute conducts research of major public health and scientific significance in Vietnam, in partnership with the Vietnam National Tuberculosis Program. It also conducts training in clinical research for Vietnamese health professionals.

Job Summary:
They are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Project Officer to lead their research team in Vietnam. This person will also have primary responsibility for staff management, communication with partner Government hospitals and clinics, data collection, quality assurance and data analysis. This person will work closely with the Australian Project Coordinator, and senior Australian researchers, and will supervise several Project Assistants. The Project Officer will represent the Woolcock Institute at meetings with partners and during training events. The position will be based at the Woolcock Institute’s office in Hanoi, and will periodically involve travel to the 8 Provinces participating in their research.

Job description:
This person will be under the guidance and supervision of the Country Director, and will be responsible for the implementation of the research projects in Vietnam and coordination of the activities of government partners.
The Project Officer will undertake the following tasks:
- Manage research projects, including supervision of staff and oversight of implementation of the research
- Oversee the implementation of the research study at district clinics and provincial hospitals in accordance with the research protocol
- Organize training events, quality control processes and accurate documentation for the research
- Oversee data collection and analysis for research data collected throughout government hospitals and clinics throughout Vietnam
- Prepare accurate and timely reports of research results to the Project Coordinator
- Represent the Investigators Committee in meetings and events relating to this research
- Oversee the budget expenditure of the research in keeping with proper processes of financial accountability
- Maintain good communication with staff working at Government hospitals and clinics involved in the research project
- Manage the organization’s relationship with DIPSERCO and other government agencies.
- Carry out other duties as required by the Woolcock Institute Vietnam

Experience: At least 5 years of project experience, including field experience in health-related project management and implementation.

Qualifications: A health-related University qualification such as a Bachelor of Public Health or Medical Degree

Competencies
- Experience and skills in project management including planning, monitoring, human resources and finance
- Experience in managing project staff and working with Vietnamese government partners
- Clear and credible communication, including good conversational and written English and Vietnamese
- Ability to work independently and work effectively with other health care workers
- Experience in public health and an understanding of the health care system of Vietnam
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Familiarity with use of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Owns a motorbike and has a current driving license
- Ability and willingness to travel

Terms of employment: Contract for one year on completion of 2 months probation, with possibility of extension for a further 2 years. Salary will be negotiated on application based on experience level.

Working conditions: The post is based at the National Lung Hospital, Ba Dinh, Hanoi, Vietnam. Working hours are 37.5 hours per week. The post will require travel outside of Hanoi for an average of 25% of the time.

How to apply

Applications close Friday 25th May, 2012 at 5pm.

Applicants should forward a current CV and a letter of application addressing the qualifications and competencies to Dr Greg Fox, Project Coordinator, WIMR at [email protected]. Please specify in your letter which position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications will not be returned.

Organization name: Woolcock Institute of Medical Research (WIMR)

Application deadline: 2012-05-25

Send application to: [email protected]

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