Closing: May 24, 2024
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics or Project Management or related field from an accredited institution of Higher Education.
- Three (3) years’ experience in research development, preferably in an institution of higher learning.
- Hands-on knowledge and experience in research management and administration
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics or Project Management or related field from an accredited institution of Higher Education.
- Three (3) years’ experience in research development, preferably in an institution of higher learning.
- Hands-on knowledge and experience in research management and administration
- Contribute to strategic planning for the Division, including its development and the achievement of objectives and targets;
- Ensure knowledge of and compliance with University procedures related to sponsored research;
- Obtain and maintain applicable approvals before initiating a research project;
- Ensure all Sponsor and University requirements have been met during grantsmanship;
- Confirm eligibility of researchers according to Sponsor guidelines;
- Provide support to researchers and staff on post-award administrative processes;
- Initiate and manage partnership agreements, sub-awards and sub-contracts with external collaborators;
- Oversee the work of various research teams and ensure the provision of efficient and professional services;
- Liaise research development activities between the offices of the DVC RIO and Research Grants;
- Ensure policies and processes are followed as per the RIO Division Policies and Guidelines;
- Ensure the RIO Division’s templates for proposals, presentations and reports are used consistently and correctly;
- Ensure compliance certificates are valid through the life of the project;
- Organize meetings and maintain accurate note-taking and circulation of relevant information to key stakeholders;
- Spearhead the development of the KCA University Research Bulletin;
- Maintain a database of all research and innovation projects, including timelines;
- Maintain administrative information and reports of the RIO Division, especially the RIAB and RIO Committee minutes,
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