Jan 2, African Union Director of Science & Innovation( AfCDC) Jobs in Ethiopia

Purpose of Job

The Director of Science and Innovation is responsible for guiding the technical management and strategic direction of public health medical and scientific programs at Africa CDC. This role involves establishing policies, providing expert advice, and overseeing research and innovation initiatives to address public health challenges in Africa.

Main Functions

Draw on personal knowledge and expertise in technical management of public health medical/scientific programs to establish overall guidelines and policies.

Develop basic recommendations for research studies and analyses.

Provide medical/scientific advice on critical public health issues, especially those affecting African populations.

Serve as a leading authority, integrating knowledge and experience of public health medical/scientific programs and policies for guidance on procedural and policy issues.

Oversee implementation and provide guidance for cross-cutting operational, translational, and capacity-development research linked to outcomes and outputs.

Establish the Africa CDC Institutional Review Board (IRB) and ensure compliance with international standards.

Develop, coordinate, and collaborate on the development and implementation of remote-learning and sharing of health-related materials.

Provide medical/scientific advice and assistance in developing procedures, methods, and strategies for partnering with other nations and global institutions.

Provide expert medical, technical, and scientific advice to staff for the planning, conduct, implementation, analysis, and publication of applied scientific projects.

Serve on review committees, study groups, public health task groups, or comparable groups, and develop relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Specific Responsibilities

Consult on, monitor, and measure the outcomes of programs through studies evaluating effectiveness.

Provide the Chief of Staff with recommendations to improve and/or overcome shortfalls and deficiencies in programs.

Resolve problems, modify procedures, develop and interpret complex policies to meet new conditions, and defend public health policies.

Participate in project and program evaluations, ensuring accurate periodic agency reviews.

Independently review reports, scientific papers, memoranda, and provide recommendations on scientific issues.

Provide the Office of the Director General with replies to inquiries about specific agency issues and programs.

Work closely with Secretariat leadership, Division, and RCCs to adjust programs as needed.

Provide advice on human subject protection and linkages to institutional review boards.

Identify and respond to ethical issues in scientific and programmatic aspects of the agency. Facilitate linkages to other IRBs for mentorship and information-seeking purposes.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director General.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Sciences, Technology, or a related field.

Master’s degree in public health, Sciences, Technology, or a related field.

With a minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant experience. Eight (8) of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.

Proven track record in leadership roles within public health or scientific research organizations.

Experience in international organizations is preferred.

Essential

Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.

Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.

Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.

Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.

Strong leadership and management capabilities.

Expertise in public health and scientific research.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strategic vision and innovative thinking.

Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

Desirable

Experience of working in international affairs in an international organization

Experience of working with external partners, funders, and media.

An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.

An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere

High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.

High level interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; African Union Director of Science & Innovation( AfCDC) Jobs in Ethiopia

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