Research and Evidence Specialist

Planning and Coordination

• Participate in the development and implementation of PEP project workplans with a focus on research, monitoring, and evaluation activities
• Coordinate project implementation across the three partner public universities to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines
• Facilitate collaboration and communication between AMIU and partner institutions on research and evidence generation activities
• Support integration of research findings into project design and continuous improvement processes
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and stakeholders to support evidence-informed training approaches

Technical Support

• Coordinate the development and implementation of research protocals in collaboration with the project partners
• Contribute to grant writing and implementation or research activities
• Build capacity of faculty, graduate students and project staff in research methods, data analysis, and evidence use
• Support partner institutions in establishing and strengthening research systems and structures
• Provide technical guidance on education research, evaluation frameworks, and data utilization
• Promote use of digital tools and platforms for data collection, analysis, and dissemination
• Support integration of research into innovative training approaches such as eLearning, simulation, and blended learning.

• Support documentation and submission of proposal/grants
• Coordinate the implementation of field research activities
• Develop budget for research activities
• Undertake any other assignments, which may be assigned from time to time by the director

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage stakeholders to promote evidence-based decision-making in health professions education
• Build and maintain partnerships with universities, research institutions, and development partners
• Advocate for adoption of research-informed and innovative training approaches
• Support stakeholder sensitization and knowledge-sharing forums