PRINCIPAL PROGRAMME OFFICER (PPO) RESEARCH AND GRANTS, WEST AFRICAN WEALTH ORGANIZATION

Under the supervision of the Director of Public Health and Research, the PPO Research and Grants coordinates:

• The development and implementation of regional research programmes in areas of interest to WAHO.
• The development and implementation of a regional research capacity-building plan.
• The dissemination, summary and implementation of research findings into policy and practice.
• The development of a strategy and capacity building for the mobilisation of research grants.

Key responsibilities include: identify the Unit's priorities and needs; identify initiatives to be implemented in the Unit; develop plans, strategies and knowledge outcomes; supervise Programme Officers; coordinate the Unit's budget; monitor and evaluate the Unit's activities; manage partnerships; and ensure quality assurance.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will participate in regional coordination efforts, i...