About Jhpiego
Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, has been working with Tanzania’s Ministry of Health since 2018 to strengthen HPV vaccination. With support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Jhpiego is now leading a nationwide study (2022–2024) to uncover what makes HPV vaccination programs sustainable.
This study follows the entire vaccination journey—introducing the vaccine, moving toward a single-dose or multi-age cohort strategy, and fully integrating HPV vaccination into routine services. The results will inform Tanzania’s cervical cancer prevention efforts and add to global evidence on sustainable immunisation.
Deadline for applications: September 19, 2025
What You’ll Do
As the Research Advisor, you’ll be the technical lead for the study. Your role will involve:
- Design & Methodology – develop protocols, questionnaires, and tools that meet both national and institutional research standards.
- Data Collection & Analysis – oversee surveys, interviews, and focus groups; lead data analysis (qualitative and quantitative) using tools like STATA, SPSS, R, or NVivo.
- Capacity Building – mentor project staff, ministry teams, and research assistants on research methods and monitoring & evaluation practices.
- Knowledge Sharing – prepare reports, policy briefs, and manuscripts; translate findings into actionable recommendations for government and partners.
- Project Management – coordinate timelines, budgets, and deliverables in collaboration with the Project Director, MOH, PORALG, and research institutions.
- Ethics & Compliance – manage IRB/ethics submissions, ensuring confidentiality, informed consent, and participant safety at all times.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will bring both technical skills and the ability to connect research with policy and practice. Specifically:
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, or a related field.
- At least 3–5 years’ experience in health research, preferably in immunisation or HPV-related programs.
- Strong background in research design, monitoring & evaluation, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of global health frameworks (Gavi, UNICEF) and Tanzania’s immunisation policies.
- Ability to produce high-quality reports, policy briefs, and peer-reviewed publications.
- Experience collaborating with ministries, research bodies (such as NIMR), and donor-funded projects.
- Strong communication skills to turn complex findings into practical recommendations.
Preferred qualifications include familiarity with international ethics frameworks, publications in peer-reviewed journals, and excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
Why Join Jhpiego?
Working with Jhpiego means more than just leading a study. You’ll:
- Contribute to global knowledge on HPV vaccination and cervical cancer prevention.
- Collaborate with leading health experts, government partners, and international funders.
- Build capacity within Tanzania’s health system while strengthening your own career.
- Receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a single document that includes:
- Cover letter
- CV/resume
- References
For more information, visit www.jhpiego.org.
Important Notes
Jhpiego never charges fees at any stage of recruitment. All official communication comes from @jhpiego.org email addresses, and vacancies are listed only on the Jhpiego careers page. Suspicious emails should be reported to Info@jhpiego.org.
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