Description
Usambara Research Training and Consultancy (USARETCO) is a BRELA-registered firm in Dar es Salaam that provides research support, competence-based training and professional consultancy to students, institutions and organisations. USARETCO invites suitably qualified, committed and self-motivated candidates to apply for the position below.
Position summary
The Director of Research, Training and Consultancy will lead the design, delivery and quality of USARETCO's research projects, training programmes and consultancy assignments.
How to apply
Click Apply Now, complete the online form and upload one PDF file containing an application letter, an up-to-date CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, and the names and contacts of two referees.
Application period: 15 October 2026 to 30 October 2026. Applications received after 30 October 2026 will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
Enquiries: call or WhatsApp 0655 523 679, or email usambararesearchtraining@gmail.com.
Requirements
• A Master's degree in Research Methods, the Social Sciences, Education, Public Health, Economics, Statistics or a related field; a PhD is an added advantage.
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from a recognised institution.
• At least five years' experience in conducting research, delivering training or undertaking consultancy work.
• A proven record in proposal writing, project management and report writing; publications in peer-reviewed journals are an added advantage.
• Competence in quantitative and qualitative methods and in software such as SPSS, Stata, R or NVivo.
• Excellent spoken and written communication in English and Kiswahili.
Bonuses
Benefits
• Remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth through research, training and consultancy assignments.
• A collaborative, quality-driven working environment.
Responsibilities
• Lead the design and implementation of research projects, training programmes and consultancy assignments.
• Prepare technical and financial proposals and respond to tenders and calls for proposals.
• Supervise researchers, trainers, data analysts and research assistants.
• Ensure research ethics, data quality and timely delivery of client reports.
• Develop new short courses and review existing curricula in line with client needs.
• Promote the publication and dissemination of research findings.
• Prepare quarterly reports on the performance of the division.
