Latest Jobs at Sydani Group

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy that aligns with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance to the local team, ensuring the effective implementation of strategies and initiatives.

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, clients, and partnerships to expand the company's presence and market share.
• Lead client acquisition efforts, including proposal development, presentations, and negotiations.

Client Relationship Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing valuable insights and solutions.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Provide mentoring and professional development opportunities for team members.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage the country's budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Monitor financial performance and take corrective actions when necessary.

Market Research And Analysis

• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive intelligence.
• Use market insights to identify growth opportunities and adapt strategies accordingly.

Compliance And Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Mitigate risks and maintain a strong focus on ethical business practices.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including project management, resource allocation, and quality assurance.
• Drive operational efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Other Responsibilities

• Lead, guide, motivate, inspire, and be responsible for developing Sydani's Consulting team to deliver quality results accordingly.
• Representing and leading the strategic development and operations of the company in Africa.
• Led development and Implementation of client projects in Africa, under the respective business unit strategies and direction.
• In collaboration with Sydani Global, leading the fundraising efforts for the company's programs and projects in Africa.
• Being responsible for the expansion and maintenance of the relevant network with the private sector, donor base, civil society, and governments at all levels.
• Sharing knowledge and outcomes externally and internally from the organization through events and internal presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, health development space, management, or a related field (MBA).
• Proven experience in a leadership role within the management consulting industry.
• Strong knowledge of the Kenyan business environment and market trends.
• Excellent business development and client relationship management skills.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Outstanding leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ethical and results-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality consulting services.

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Responsibilities

• Product Development: Lead the development and implementation of a cutting-edge E-solution for the healthcare industry in Nigeria
• Market Research/Analysis: Conduct market research to identify user needs, market trends, and competition of the product in the healthcare sector
• Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy to ensure the success and adoption of the e-healthcare solution
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including software-engineers, product designers, data scientists, and healthcare professionals to drive product development
• User Experience: Ensure a seamless and user-friendly experience for all stakeholders
• Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics to track product performance, user engagement, and make data-driven decisions to improve the product
• Compliance: Ensure the product complies with all regulations and standards of the National Health Policies
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders including healthcare institutions, government agencies, and end-users to gather feedback and ensure alignment with their needs
• Product Launch: Plan and execute a successful product launch strategy to drive awareness and adoption of the solution

Milestones

• Milestone 1: Completion of market research and product strategy
• Milestone 2: Completion of initial product design and user experience
• Milestone 3: Completion of product development and compliance checks
• Milestone 4: Completion of product testing and user acceptance
• Milestone 5: Successful product launch and adoption

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any related course/field, Business with 3 to 5 years of work experience
• Proven experience as a ‘Product Developer’ in the tech industry, preferably with AI-driven products or e-health solutions
• Strong technical background with a good understanding of AI technologies
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of the healthcare industry and prior experience in the development of a similar product is a plus

Contract Details

• The initial contract duration is 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and business needs
• Compensation will be made per milestone completed, with the total contract amount to be determined during the interview process

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Job Summary

• The Knowledge and Implementation Science Researcher will be responsible for conducting research and generating evidence to inform the design, implementation, and scale-up of interventions in the organization's focus areas.
• The role requires expertise in knowledge translation, implementation science, and research methodologies, with a focus on generating actionable insights to improve program effectiveness and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to research projects focused on knowledge translation, implementation science, and program evaluation, in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Design and conduct mixed-methods research studies, including literature reviews, qualitative interviews, surveys, and quantitative analyses, to explore factors influencing the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of interventions.
• Develop research protocols, data collection tools, and analysis plans to ensure the rigorous and ethical conduct of research activities, adhering to relevant ethical guidelines and standards.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical and qualitative analysis techniques, and prepare reports, presentations, and publications to disseminate research findings to diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with program teams to integrate research evidence into program design, planning, and implementation, and provide technical assistance and capacity-building support as needed.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange and dissemination activities, including workshops, webinars, and conferences, to share research findings and promote evidence-informed decision-making among stakeholders.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and communities, to foster partnerships and collaborations that support the translation and uptake of research evidence into practice and policy.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, developments, and best practices in knowledge translation, implementation science, and research methodologies, and contribute to the organization's learning agenda and research priorities.
• Contribute to grant writing, fundraising, and proposal development efforts to secure funding for research projects and initiatives.
• Mentor and supervise junior research staff, interns, and research assistants involved in research activities, providing guidance, support, and feedback as needed.

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Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and articulate a clear vision and strategic plan for the Sydani Research Institute.
• Implement policies and procedures to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Lead grant proposal writing.

Research Management:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of research projects.
• Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration among researchers and teams.
• Ensure the adherence to ethical standards and research integrity.
• Develop methodologies to ensure research methods are consistent, accurate, and reliable.
• Analyze data using statistical methods and software, such as SPSS, STATA, R, or SAS, to identify trends and patterns.

Financial Management:

• Identify and secure funding opportunities from various sources, including government grants, private foundations, and industry partnerships.
• Develop and manage the institute's budget, allocating resources efficiently.
• Lead collaboration with other institutions to drive business development.

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, mentor, and manage a diverse team of researchers and support staff.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes creativity and productivity.
• Oversee research staff, including recruiting, mentoring, and training new employees, and maintaining a thriving work environment.

Collaboration and Networking:

• Establish and maintain partnerships with external organizations, academia, industry, and government bodies.
• Represent the institute at conferences, seminars, and other relevant events.
• Identify potential ideas to pitch to supervisors of research and innovation.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and emerging research methods.

Communication and Advocacy:

• Effectively communicate the institute's mission, goals, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.
• Advocate for the institute's interests and contributions in the scientific community.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on research progress and findings.

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications and competencies

• M.Sc. in a related field, such as Statistics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Psychology, Economics, or Sociology. PhD degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in research methodology, data analysis, and project management.
• Strong proficiency in statistical software, such as SPSS, STATA, SAS, or R.
• Proficiency in qualitative software (i.e., NVivo or ATLAS) is also an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex data to senior management.
• Experience supervising research staff and fostering a positive work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate results.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a minimum of fifteen (15) publications in high impact journals.

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Role Description

• The ideal candidate should demonstrate a high level of commercial awareness with a minimum of 5 years’ of progressive business development experience working with international donors or implementing partners (USAID, BMGF, JSI, HSDF, Solina etc.). Experience with government agencies and parastatals in a business development/grants management position can be considered.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source for innovative and impactful projects/programs in line with Sydani’s objectives and goals
• Engage C-level decision-makers at conferences, forums and meetings to build strategic relationships
• Forge MOUs and partnerships with similar organizations to execute projects or programs
• Lead market penetration activities into new countries in the Eastern/Western Africa region
• Coordinate responses to RFPs and RFQs from government and international donor agencies
• Lead negotiations and discussions with government stakeholders to ensure project continuity and expansion
• Develop frameworks, approaches, and procedures to enhance the efficiency of business development support processes

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications and competencies

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from a reputable university
• Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from an internationally renowned university is desirable
• Membership of a professional body is an added advantage
• Have evidence of actual proposals/grants developed, led, and won (combined minimum of $1m)
• Have led a business expansion into other countries preferably in West and East Africa
• Possess a deep understanding of the business landscape and market entry requirements in West and/or East African countries
• Possess advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Understand data and market research tools including Bloomberg, BMI etc.
• Be exceptional at networking, presentation and strategic communications
• Demonstrate business intelligence skills evidenced by longstanding contacts in government, partners locally and internationally.

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Overview

• As an early career researcher, you will embark on an exciting professional development and growth journey in implementation science research. This program will provide postdoctoral fellows with hands-on experience, training, and mentorship to progress in their research careers. You will have the chance to work closely with experienced professionals, interact with large survey datasets, apply theories to real-life situations, contribute to the design of models, and implement projects.

Specific Tasks

• Take the lead in developing knowledge products (manuscripts, conference abstracts, policy briefs, technical reports, etc.) at different levels in line with the thematic areas of SIRI (health, education, energy, climate change, and agriculture)
• Actively participate in responding to request for proposals (RFPs) and grant applications
• Collaborate with program teams in identifying, and designing relevant and suitable frameworks for successful project implementation
• Support in developing and reviewing study tools (questionnaire, interview guide, etc.) field supervision, data management, and data analysis for projects
• Initiate research ideas that could translate into a full project and attract grants for the institute

Our Ideal Candidate

• Obtained a PhD degree from an accredited university within or outside Nigeria (Evidence of this will be requested) in any of the following fields; Statistics, Public Health, Economics, Epidemiology, Mathematics, Sociology, Demography and Social Statistics, Agriculture, Computer Science, and related courses
• Within five years of completing the doctoral program
• Possess strong knowledge and high proficiency in any of the following quantitative and qualitative research software: SPSS, SPSS AMOS, STATA, R, MATLAB, NVivo, and Atlas-ti. High proficiency in both quantitative and qualitative research software is an added advantage
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex information
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and results-driven mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented setting
• Prior internship or relevant work experience is a plus