Head: Data Management

*Reference: DBN000635-AD-1* Join an award-winning global research organisation that undertakes research in HIV, TB and Covid at four clinical research sites in KwaZulu-Natal. As Head of Data Management, you will ensure that an effective and efficient data management service is provided. Provide overall leadership, strategic direction, technical data management expertise and management of the Data Management department. Are you able to ensure efficient, high-quality and optimal delivery of clinical data management services? Provide technical support to the clinical teams and provide continuous oversight of the clinical data? Ensure timeous data-base set up and programming for new studies, and cleaning for efficient generation of clinical results? Be Responsible for advancing data-driven solutions within the organization? Then this might be the role for you!  The role is structured as a 2 year contract - renewable. *Requirements:* At least 3 years data management experience, preferably in a senior role or relevant experience in a comparable position * Relevant Bachelor’s degree or 3 year diploma (IT/Computer programming or another relevant field) * Database programming in SQL on any relational database system (e.g. MSSQL, MySQL, Oracle, FoxPro and/or Access) *  Computer programming language such as  C-Programming, Python, JAVA, PHP, etc. * Interactive data visualization skills (e.g. Microsoft Power BI, Google sheets, Google Data Studio) * Demonstrated experience in leading a team * In depth understanding of data management practices and tools * Experience in clinical trial environment and clinical data management practices and tools is preferred  * DFdiscover/DataFax or another clinical data management system (e.g. Oracle Clinical, Medidata, Epidata, REDCap) is preferred *Competencies:* * Attention to detail with strong analytical ability * Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities * Ability to work independently and fit in well in a multi-disciplinary team * Able to design efficient systems * Communication and collaboration * Excellent people management skills with positive leadership approach *RESPONSIBILITIES: * * Administrate Data Management Systems * Maintain day-to-day oversight of the data department to ensure that CAPRISA and study requirements are met  * Provide training to the data management team * Provide line manager responsibilities to Data management staff * Assist with study setup * Assist sites with development and implementation of efficient data management processes * Develop and maintain study databases to ensure clinical data accuracy * Participate in the design and protocol development of the new study/project * Prepare study data reports * Provide regular verbal and written reports to management, collaborators and other stakeholders * Keep up-to-date with the latest data management trends, technologies & practices Get in touch me with asap if you meet the requirements - th