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Vital Strategies

Principal Technical Advisor, Research

LocationJohannesburg, South Africa
SetupOn-site
LevelSenior
Posted1d ago
Research & Evaluation

Quick answer

Vital Strategies is hiring a full-time Principal Technical Advisor, Research (Johannesburg, South Africa) with a Master's degree and 15+ years of experience in health research to lead and coordinate all research activities under the CODA project, with a highly competitive compensation package.

Role
Principal Technical Advisor, Research
Organization
Vital Strategies
Location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Work setup
On-site
Level
Senior
Category
Research & Evaluation

The role

The Principal Technical Advisor, Research, CODA, will lead and coordinate all research activities under the CODA project, ensuring technical and methodological rigor, producing high-quality knowledge products, and adhering to timelines.

What you'll do

  • Engage with the Scientific Advisory Committee and TWGs
  • Lead the development of the overall CODA research agenda
  • Coordinate direct-funded research at experiment project sites
  • Lead the development of study protocols
  • Monitor the progress of each consortium partner's research agenda
  • Lead knowledge management efforts

What it takes

  • Minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant field
  • Minimum 15 years’ experience in health research
  • Proven experience leading complex, multi-partner research initiatives
  • Strong technical knowledge of research methodologies
  • Experience working in low and middle-income countries
  • Experience with AI, digital health, or technology-driven public health interventions

What you'll bring

Strong analytical and methodological skillsCapacity to synthesize complex dataStrong leadership and coordination skillsDemonstrated expertise in mortality measurementStrong written and oral communication skillsProven ability to facilitate collaboration

How we treat you

Highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Johannesburg, South Africa.

What is the compensation package?

The compensation package is highly competitive and includes comprehensive benefits.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a Master’s degree, 15+ years of experience in health research, and proven experience leading complex, multi-partner research initiatives.

How do I apply?

To apply, visit the link provided by NGO Recruit Partners: https://ngorecruit.com/our-vacancies/vital-strategies-principal-technical-advisor-research-coda/

Is the job remote?

The job is based in Johannesburg, South Africa, and is in-office.

How to apply

Apply directly on Vital Strategies's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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