Effective Project Management of a Pan-African Cancer Research Network: Men of African Descent and Carcinoma of the Prostate (MADCaP)
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Published:2018-12
Issue:4
Volume:
Page:1-12
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ISSN:2378-9506
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Container-title:Journal of Global Oncology
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language:en
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Short-container-title:JGO
Author:
Odiaka Emeka1, Lounsbury David W.1, Jalloh Mohamed1, Adusei Ben1, Diallo Thierno Amadou1, Kane Papa Moussa Sene1, Rockson Isabella1, Okyne Vicky1, Irusen Hayley1, Pentz Audrey1, Makinde Ifeoluwa1, Ajibola Olalekan Hafees1, Petersen Lindsay1, McBride Jo1, Petersen Desiree C.1, Mante Sunny1, Agalliu Ilir1, Adebiyi Akindele Olupelumi1, Popoola Olufemi1, Yeboah Edward1, Mensah James E.1, Hsing Ann1, Fernandez Pedro1, Aisuodionoe-Shadrach Oseremen1, Joffe Maureen1, Singh Elvira1, Gueye Serigne Magueye1, Quintana Yuri1, Fortier Brian1, Rebbeck Timothy R.1, Andrews Caroline1
Affiliation:
1. Emeka Odiaka, Ifeoluwa Makinde, Akindele Olupelumi Adebiyi, and Olufemi Popoola, University College Hospital, Ibadan; Olalekan Hafees Ajibola and Oseremen Aisuodionoe-Shadrach, University of Abuja; Oseremen Aisuodionoe-Shadrach, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria; David W. Lounsbury and Ilir Agalliu, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY; Mohamed Jalloh, Thierno Amadou Diallo, Papa Moussa Sene Kane, and Serigne Magueye Gueye, Hôpital Général de Grand Yoff, Institut de...
Abstract
Purpose Health research in low- and middle-income countries can generate novel scientific knowledge and improve clinical care, fostering population health improvements to prevent premature death. Project management is a critical part of the success of this research, applying knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to accomplish required goals. Here, we describe the development and implementation of tools to support a multifaceted study of prostate cancer in Africa, focusing on building strategic and operational capacity. Methods Applying a learning organizational framework, we developed and implemented a project management toolkit (PMT) that includes a management process flowchart, a cyclical center-specific schedule of activities, periodic reporting and communication, and center-specific monitoring and evaluation metrics. Results The PMT was successfully deployed during year one of the project with effective component implementation occurring through periodic cycles of dissemination and feedback to local center project managers. A specific evaluation was conducted 1 year after study initiation to obtain enrollment data, evaluate individual quality control management plans, and undertake risk log assessments and follow-up. Pilot data obtained identified areas in which centers required mentoring, strengthening, and capacity development. Strategies were implemented to improve project goals and operational capacity through local problem solving, conducting quality control checks and following compliancy with study aims. Moving forward, centers will perform quarterly evaluations and initiate strengthening measures as required. Conclusion The PMT has fostered the development of both strategic and operational capacity across project centers. Investment in project management resources is essential to ensuring high-quality, impactful health research in low- and middle-income countries.
Publisher
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Subject
Oncology,Cancer Research
Cited by
7 articles.
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