Background
Akros Research is supporting a program, funded by the Mastercard Foundation and in partnership with the Africa CDC, to increase Covid19 vaccine uptake in Africa. This initiative, called Saving Lives and Livelihoods, includes multiple components and partners working to procure, distribute, and promote vaccine uptake in a safe manner. As a part of this consortium Akros Research will support Africa Union member states in the Eastern and Southern African regions to strengthen COVID-19 vaccine safety surveillance systems.
The Country Manager will support member countries, in line with predefined microplans, to implement safety surveillance strengthening activities. The Country Manager will need to be detail oriented in their administrative requirements, will need to be adaptable and creative to support activity identification, and will need to diplomatically interact with member state representatives on behalf of the project.
Specific Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Due to the nature of the project, Akros is limiting project staff members to those who have been vaccinated for Covid19 or those who are able to provide a valid medical exemption for Covid vaccination. This documentation will be required before commencing work.
Location and Term
This is a remote position with extensive travel required. The initial contract will be for a 1-year term.
Reporting
This position reports directly to the Deputy Program Director, who will review and approve time records.
Application Instructions
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV with references to careers@akros.com with “Application: SLL Country Manager” as the email’s subject line.
Background
Akros Research is supporting a program, funded by the Mastercard Foundation and in partnership with the Africa CDC, to increase Covid19 vaccine uptake in Africa. This initiative, called Saving Lives and Livelihoods, includes multiple components and partners working to procure, distribute, and promote vaccine uptake in a safe manner. As a part of this consortium Akros Research will support Africa Union member states in the Eastern and Southern African regions to strengthen COVID-19 vaccine safety surveillance systems.
The Country Manager will support member countries, in line with predefined microplans, to implement safety surveillance strengthening activities. The Country Manager will need to be detail oriented in their administrative requirements, will need to be adaptable and creative to support activity identification, and will need to diplomatically interact with member state representatives on behalf of the project…
English fluency required. Additional competencies in French, Swahili or Amharic desired.
English fluency required. Additional competencies in French, Swahili or Amharic desired.