Clinical Trials Unit Manager

at  Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

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Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is a child-friendly organisation committed to the protection of children.

The Clinical Trials Unit Manager is responsible for providing smooth operational, human resource and financial management of projects and grants within a diverse multi-disciplinary research team. A background in Project Management is essential, with intricate knowledge of the systems and structures that are required to guarantee the successful operation of a large health unit.

• Tertiary degree qualification in Health Sciences or business management
• Project management qualification or related experience
• Strong 3-5 years’ operational experience within a health or NGO environment
• Three (3) years’ experience in managing a diverse group of staff
• A good understanding of grants and financial management of large budgets
• Computer literacy in MS Office (excellent proficiency in Excel) and working knowledge of SAP or similar financial software
• Valid driver’s license
• Systems Thinking
• Strong analytical skills with the creative problem-solving approaches and an eye for continuous process improvement
• Strong verbal skills and written communications skills (ability to articulate reports)
• Ability to work methodically, efficiently and meticulously
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Stakeholder management
• Business Acume

Responsibilities:

• Overall operational management of the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (NPO) Groote Schuur Clinical Trials Unit and HIV Clinical Research Site housed within the University of Cape Town.
• Strategic oversight of projects, funding and resources, together with the Unit Lea