Research Program Manager

Position Information

Position Title Research Program Manager
Department/Unit Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security
Research Project HQ. Central Position
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number GP063-24
Employee Group Grant-Paid
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $67,000 - $71,000 per annum (for 35 hours/ week)
About the Organization Lt. General Romeo Dallaire founded the Child Soldiers Initiative in 2007 and Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, provided a home to the Initiative in 2010. In 2020, the Initiative became the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security, an international repository of expertise, research, and advocacy to prevent the recruitment and use of children in armed violence. The Dallaire Institute is the co-developer of the 2017 Vancouver Principles on Peacekeeping and the Prevention of the Recruitment and Use of Child Soldiers
Job Summary Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Program Manager provides both scholarly and operational leadership for projects undertaken by the Research & Knowledge Mobilization Team at the Dallaire Institute. This individual manages day-to-day team and research activities and provides technical expertise to strengthen the Dallaire Institute’s research portfolio. Key areas of responsibility include research; knowledge mobilization; project management; and personnel management
Key Responsibilities

• Implement research studies while ensuring quality control and meeting institutional requirements as required (e.g., developing and abiding by ethics protocols, and submitting projects to the Dalhousie University’s research database). This includes the logistical management of participant recruitment and data collection/analysis activities.
• Co-lead the development and implementation of data collection and analysis plans for the Dallaire Institute’s curriculum development and adaptation activities.
• Manage the implementation of knowledge mobilization plans and innovate with new research and knowledge mobilization approaches and tools.
• Develop funding applications in support of Dallaire Institute activities and strategic objectives.
• Serve as project manager for projects under the purview of the Research & Knowledge Mobilization Team as required.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support to students, postdocs, early career researchers, and other relevant actors as required to help build their professional capacity.

Note Hybrid role: The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines
Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in International Development, Peace & Conflict Studies, International Development Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Community Engagement, Knowledge Mobilization, or a related field. Candidates with undergraduate, professional degrees, or other educational qualifications may be considered depending on relevant experience.
• 2+ years of project management experience (including planning, budgeting, resource management, and reporting).
• Comprehensive knowledge of research methodologies (preferably both qualitative and quantitative) and study design requirements (including research ethics).
• Functional knowledge of statistical analysis and qualitative analysis tools such as SPSS, SAS, Stata, and NVivo.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt messages to culturally diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and participate within multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary teams.

Assets

• Knowledge of Dalhousie University research-related policies, processes, and systems (or comparable knowledge of similar systems from other institutions).
• Scholarly publication record and knowledge of academic publishing processes.
• Experience in relevant organizations such as international non-profit organizations, governments, security sector institutions, or academic institutions.
• Training and/or experience in the field of knowledge mobilization.
• Proficiency in languages other than English, specifically French, Spanish or Portuguese.
• Experience in the production and management of research grant applications and budgets.

Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application Consideration We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 11/08/2024
Close Date 11/25/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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