Senior Research Officer (SRO) Jobs – Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS)

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Job Title:   Senior Research Officer (SRO)   

Organisation: Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

 

About US:

The Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS) is an independent, honorific, service-oriented organization that provides evidence-informed advice to the government and nation on matters of science, technology, innovation, and development.

 

Job Summary:  As a Senior Research Officer with UNAS, you will extensively conduct systematic research and analyse data, prepare background evidence documents, participate in writing funding proposals, work and engage with a wide range of stakeholders to shape consensus studies and convening activities. You will be challenged to learn new approaches to thinking and working in a dynamic and cross-cultural organization that responds to systemic societal needs.


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • A first and second degree in any field, with a preference for the health and biological sciences.
  • A minimum of three years of post-qualification work experience in a fast-paced organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and supervise direct reports.
  • Experience in communicating with diverse internal and external audiences.
  • A track record of completing projects within stipulated timeframes and budgets.
  • Experience in designing and fundraising for multi-year development programs.
  • Proficiency in mixed research methods and technical writing.
  • Excellent IT Skills (MS Office Suite, Internet, Zoom, Skype).
  • Demonstrated English communication skills (written and oral), including donor stewardship, preparing program/ evaluation reports, and public speaking.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and work as a member of a dynamic team.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical capability and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Possess soft skills and cultural sensitivity.

 

Salary and Benefits: UNAS is an equal opportunities employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

 

How to Apply:

Please send your CV (or resume), a cover letter, copies of academic credentials (UCE, UACE, undergraduate degree, masters degree), and provide a minimum of three professional references.

 

Applicants for the Senior Research Officer position should send these documents to careers@unas.org.ug with the words “Application for Senior Research Officer Position” as the subject of the email. Please address your cover letter to the Secretary General, Uganda National Academy of Sciences.

 

Deadline: 3rd March 2023 by 5:00pm

 

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