Regional Research Manager, Anga Center
Job no: 498875
Position type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Kenya
Division/Equivalent: Kenya
School/Unit: Research
Categories: Program Management/Implementation/Support, Research
ICAP at Columbia University, a global health leader situated within the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health in New York City, seeks highly qualified candidates to serve as The Regional Research Manager (RRM) – Kenya by 24th October 2025. The successful candidate will hold an bachelor’s degree and 5+ years’ experience in research management, including strategic planning, resource management, and recruitment and mentoring of operations or coordination staff. Ideally, managing research projects funded by the central United States Government (e.g., NIH) or European Union donors.
The RRM will provide managerial support and training to the Operations team as needed and acts as a strategic guide in the implementation of new and existing programs, guided by the Anga Leadership team. The Regional Field Coordination Team will be guided by both the RRM and the Anga Center Leadership team (consisting of nine co-directors). The RRM will report directly to the Anga Center Director and Principal Investigator for day-to-day inquiries and queries.
The Anga Center is headquartered in ICAP Nairobi, Kenya. All Operations team staff are required to work in the ICAP office five days per week.
Responsibilities
Implementation of Existing Projects
New Business Development and Strategic Initiatives
Staff Management and Operations
The position is contingent upon availability of grant funding. Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.
Regional Research Manager_ Job Descriptions 2025.pdf
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