An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Institute for Resilient Health Systems (IRHS) as a Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Health Systems. This post will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent travel to Kisumu and will play a key role in conducting and disseminating research on health system resilience across Kenya, Malawi, Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom.

As PDRA, you will... support the establishment of the IRHS by delivering innovative research that strengthens understanding of health systems’ abilities to prepare, adapt and transform in the face of health shocks. You will also contribute to capacity strengthening and knowledge translation efforts, and collaborate with senior colleagues to identify strategic research and funding opportunities.

Your responsibilities will include:


Developing and co-developing grant proposals and research projects focused on health system resilience.
Conducting literature reviews, developing study protocols and data management plans, and supporting ethical approval applications.
Providing technical input to partners in low- and middle-income countries for data collection, management, analysis, and quality assurance.
Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and leading dissemination as part of the IRHS communication strategy.
Supporting the design and delivery of research uptake and capacity-strengthening activities.
Contributing to the LSTM teaching portfolio in health systems.
Identifying new strategic research and funding opportunities alongside the IRHS senior core team.
Adhering to ethical, safeguarding, and health and safety standards in all research activities.


Please refer to the job description on the application portal for full details on role responsibilities.

Qualifications and skills required:


PhD in a health or health-related social science discipline with a research skills component.
Strong understanding of health issues, services and systems in low- and middle-income countries.
Demonstrable experience in designing, implementing and analysing health systems research, including ethical approvals and fieldwork.
Experience working within multi-partner research consortia or collaborations.
Proven ability to conduct robust literature reviews and contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to promoting equality, inclusion and safeguarding in research.


This is a 2-year fixed-term, strategic faculty position spanning the Department of Clinical Sciences and the Department of International Public Health.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age or disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications and experience.

We welcome conversations about flexible working and applications from those returning to employment after a career break.

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies. more

Your responsibilities will include:


Developing and co-developing grant proposals and research projects focused on health system resilience.
Conducting literature reviews, developing study protocols and data management plans, and supporting ethical approval applications.
Providing technical input to partners in low- and middle-income countries for data collection, management, analysis,... and quality assurance.
Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and leading dissemination as part of the IRHS communication strategy.
Supporting the design and delivery of research uptake and capacity-strengthening activities.
Contributing to the LSTM teaching portfolio in health systems.
Identifying new strategic research and funding opportunities alongside the IRHS senior core team.
Adhering to ethical, safeguarding, and health and safety standards in all research activities.


Please refer to the job description on the application portal for full details on role responsibilities.

Qualifications and skills required:


PhD in a health or health-related social science discipline with a research skills component.
Strong understanding of health issues, services and systems in low- and middle-income countries.
Demonstrable experience in designing, implementing and analysing health systems research, including ethical approvals and fieldwork.
Experience working within multi-partner research consortia or collaborations.
Proven ability to conduct robust literature reviews and contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to promoting equality, inclusion and safeguarding in research.


This is a 2-year fixed-term, strategic faculty position spanning the Department of Clinical Sciences and the Department of International Public Health. more

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in this exciting new project, reporting to the Dean of Research Culture and Integrity but working closely with the Management Board of the project in Cameroon, Kenya, Malawi, Zimbabwe and the UK. This position can be based from our UK site, or any of our locations across Malawi, Kenya or Zimbabwe and we are interested in talking to candidates who... may be looking for part-time or job share opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management of IRCF project
Facilitate the strengthening of research management skills in LSTM and partner organisations.
Lead discussions on how to develop and retain cross disciplinary expertise within the consortia.

Why Join Us?

Join a mission focused research and education institute and be part of a partnership working to drive equity in Global Health research.
Work with global partners to develop capacity and systems for effective research management.
Join a cohort of experienced programme managers to share expertise and best practice.

What We Are Looking For

Extensive experience of managing international research programmes.
Strategic and solutions focused with an unwavering commitment to equity. more

Responsibilities
Office and  Programmes Support and Vehicle maintenance

Ensure that LSTM Kenya vehicle policy is strictly adhered to in vehicle management
Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the line manager on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and... cost-efficiency.
Overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein.
Ensure that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorisations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services, and that there is security for daily use and proper evening and weekend storage at office site or authorised project site.
Ensuring adherence to and observations of traffic laws. Ensure that all regulations are followed in case of accidents or incidences and that required paper work is submitted, and that reporting of accidents and incidents is made to police and/or the office immediately they occur.
Advise the Finance and Operations Manager to ensure that the vehicle has all required registrations/ licensing and inspections, and that necessary documentation is retained in the vehicle.
Provide input to the preparation of monthly vehicle operation and management reports.
Proactively ensure value for money is achieved in vehicles’ operations, ensuring efficiency and economy by making rational decisions for optimal operations in achieving allocated tasks.
Develop and maintain good and professional working relationships with all project personnel, and LSTM-appointed vehicle-servicing and maintenance agency/ies.
Ensure care and maintenance of LSTM's vehicles and their accessories.
Inspect the vehicle after a major/minor service and repair.

Vehicle reports & records

Ensure that vehicle is used for the intended/assigned purpose in accordance with the prior authorisation given by the supervisor.
Keep correct/proper and neatly recorded vehicle log sheets and submit to the supervisor on monthly basis for review, checking and feedback.
Monitor that the fuel consumption is remained within the litre/km rate estimate for the vehicle and report any irregularities.
Reconcile the fuel versus mileage each end of the month for approval by the Finance and Operations Manager.

Office support

Assist in Local Purchases.
Assists with office tasks, such as photocopying, pick up of supplies etc
Runs office errands such as message/equipment deliver, visa applications, picking-up and collecting mail from post office and other errands as assigned by the supervisor.
Payment of office bills to ensure administrative support to the office and clients
Filing and archiving of finance & procurement documents.
Storekeeping and maintenance.
Assume other relevant responsibilities as instructed by supervisor. more

Responsibilities
Financial Management

Oversee the day-to-day accounting function for the LSTM Kenya Office.
Ensure financial controls and systems are appropriate and in line with guidance from LSTM finance department. Responsible for communication of the controls and systems to all programme and stakeholders teams.
Responsible for the collation of the annual budget and forecasting phased to... accommodate both statutory and programmatic reporting periods on an accurate and timely basis with appropriate inputs from the Finance and Technical teams and the LSTM Senior Management Accountant.
Responsible for the payroll function of the LSTM Kenya Office.
Responsible for production of monthly management information including accounts, variance analysis and budget forecasting to agreed deadlines for review by the LSTM Senior Management Accountant.
Responsible for production of year-end financial statements, including the consolidation of any other LSTM Kenya offices, for the auditors.
Main point of contact for external auditors.
Adhere to and oversee local legislations to ensure compliance.
Provide advice and guidance, including training, to the programme staff on budgetary and financial policies and procedures.
Proactively ensure value for money is achieved in the delivery of all contracts
Establish and maintain relations with the bank/financial body regarding LSTM Kenya banking needs.
Oversee the LSTM Kenya Procurement function.
Authorise payments for the participants and facilitators at trainings, workshops etc.
Management of programme monthly cash requirements.
Managing key control account reconciliations including Bank and MPESA reconciliations and submitting copies to the LSTM Management Accountant.
Review the existing financial policies and procedures of LSTM Kenya, ensuring they are robust and comprehensive.
On the request of neighbouring country offices through LSTM UK, support the establishment and oversight of robust financial policies and procedures, building their financial and operational capacity.
Provide advice to the LSTM Kenya team and relevant LSTM UK Finance Office, on implications of statutory requirements and/or changes affecting financial management of programme and office resources.

Programme Management:

Day to day management of operational, financial, and HR matters within the LSTM Kenya portfolio.
Oversee and co-ordinate the completion of progress financial reports as required by LSTM.
Monitor performance and establish corrective measures as needed, and review/analyse reports.
Prepare, review, analyse and finalise cost estimates and budgets for proposals.
Liaise with staff within LSTM Kenya and oversee the successful delivery of programmes on time and to budget.
Responsible for internal checks in programme and making sure all programmes adhere to the laid down financial policies.
Assure adequate governance and information systems are in place for subcontracting of partners through completion of due diligence checks. Build the financial and operation capacity of selected partners ensuring the successful governance and financial management of joint projects.
Provide technical oversight and input to implementation of programme activities of partners in the areas of finance, human resources, administration, and finance.

Office and Staff Management

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the LSTM Kenya office ensuring quality service to all teams and customers.
Support & contribute to building the culture of inclusion, innovation, staff engagement and strong employee satisfaction.
Work with the STO and other line managers to oversee the management and development of staff in the delivery of the LSTM Kenya objectives – including workload planning, identification of training needs, line management of staff.
Responsible for the management and development of the LSTM Kenya finance & operations team including responsibility for undertaking appraisals, staff development, monitoring performance and sickness and absence issues.
Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, suppliers, partners, and Stakeholders.
Review and negotiate office premise space for LSTM Kenya.
Responsible for liaison with the Country Director and LSTM UK HR office on matters related to the LSTM Employees Self Service (ESS) system including but not limited to staff contracts, leave, payroll, appraisal, staff development, among others.
In coordination with LSTM UK HR office, develop a Kenya Country Office HR filing system.
Ensure staff adherence to LSTM working arrangements including but not limited to agile working and flexible working.

Qualifications & Training

University degree in any business-related degree preferably Accounting or Business administration
Full professional accounting qualification: CPA (K), ACCA, ACA

Skills & Experience

Extensive professional and progressively responsible experience in
finance, administration, budget, business administration or related area, in a multinational or non-governmental organisation
Proven Knowledge and experience in Financial Reporting and statutory tax regulations
Experience of managing a payroll function
Experience of monthly management accounts preparation
Experience of preparing year-end financial statements
Experience of operating computerised accounting systems
Experience of staff management
Experience of programme management in excess of £5million
Experience in internal control systems and procedures in an international non-governmental organization or multinational organisation.
Proven administrative skills and the ability to effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Well-developed communication skills and an ability to liaise with internal customers and external suppliers and contractors in a professional manner more