Posted:Nov 6
By:Hiring Kenya
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Education Management
Description:
The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives. Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its facilities include teaching hospitals, Faculties of Health Sciences with Schools of Nursing and Midwifery and Medical Colleges, Institutes for Educational Development, an Examination Board and an Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations. The Graduate School of Media and Communications, the East African Institute, the Institute for Human Development and the Kiswahili Centre have been launched recently while several Graduate Professional Schools and Faculties of Arts and Sciences are to be set up in Pakistan and East Africa. Through its needs-blind admissions policy, the University imbues the most promising leaders and thinkers of tomorrow with an ethic of service and the s
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Lead the development and execution of the Cancer Center's strategic plan; identify and integrate trends in cancer research and clinical trials into initiatives; facilitate partnerships in research; oversee stakeholder engagement with faculty, staff, patients, and external partners; and engage pharmaceutical partners to advance clinical trial activities
- Administrative Leadership: Oversee Cancer Center operations to ensure efficiency; mentor administrative staff, fostering excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Program Development and Implementation: Drive the creation and evaluation of new programs in cancer research, clinical trials, and prevention, ensuring they meet the established goals
The application deadline is 29th Nov 2024
- Clinical Research Unit (CRU) Leadership: Provide strategic leadership for the CRU core facility; engage pharmaceutical sponsors to enhance clinical trial acquisition; collaborate with stakeholders to meet research needs; and implement policies promoting ethics, quality, and compliance
- Strategy Execution: Translate strategic plans into actionable projects, developing metrics to monitor progress
- Partnerships and External Relations: Build relationships with research partners, donors, and government agencies; represent the Center in institutional planning and community engagement efforts; and secure funding through grants and philanthropy
- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation for operations and strategies.
- Leadership and Culture: Promote the Center’s values, fostering a patient-centered, inclusive, and innovative environment for staff and faculty.
Requirements
- A PhD in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field with at least 5 years of experience in leadership in a clinical research environment; or
- An MD with clinical research experience and a leadership position in a clinical research unit for not less than 5 years; or
- A master’s degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field, with at least 8 years of experience in senior leadership in a clinical research environment; or
- A bachelor’s degree in a Clinical or Health related field with at least 10 years of experience in strategic management in the area of clinical operations, clinical research, and clinical trials
- Proven experience in strategic planning, administration, and operations management in a clinical research environment in academia or pharma;
- Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage large, multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills; and
- Knowledge of oncology care, clinical research, and clinical trials operations
Desired Personal Characteristics and Behaviour
- Strategic and visionary thinker, adept at translating complex ideas into actionable strategies.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Collaborative and team-oriented, committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical standards.
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
