Effective Project Management of a Pan-African Cancer Research Network : Men of African Descent and Carcinoma of the Prostate (MADCaP)

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dc.contributor.authorOdiaka, Emekaen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorLounsbury, David W.en_ZA
dc.contributor.authorAdusei, Benen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorDiallo, Thierno Amadouen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorKane, Papa Moussa Seneen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorRockson, Isabellaen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorOkyne, Vickyen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorIrusen, Hayleyen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorPentz, Audreyen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorMakinde, Ifeoluwaen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorAjibola, Olalekan Hafeesen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorPetersen, Lindsayen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorMcBride, Joen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorPetersen, Desiree C.en_ZA
dc.contributor.authorMante, Sunnyen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorAgalliu, Iliren_ZA
dc.contributor.authorAdebiyi, Akindele Olupelumien_ZA
dc.contributor.authorPopoola, Olufemien_ZA
dc.contributor.authorYeboah, Edwarden_ZA
dc.contributor.authorMensah, James E.en_ZA
dc.contributor.authorHsing, Annen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorFernandez, Pedroen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorAisuodionoe- Shadrach, Oseremenen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorJoffe, Maureenen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorSingh, Elviraen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorGueye, Serigne Magueyeen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorQuintana, Yurien_ZA
dc.contributor.authorFortier, Brianen_ZA
dc.contributor.authorRebbeck, Timothy R.en_ZA
dc.contributor.authorAndrews, Carolineen_ZA
dc.date.accessioned2020-04-22T21:11:02Z
dc.date.available2020-04-22T21:11:02Z
dc.date.issued2018
dc.descriptionCITATION: Odiaka, E. 2018. Effective Project Management of a Pan-African Cancer Research Network : Men of African Descent and Carcinoma of the Prostate (MADCaP). Journal of Global Oncology, 4:1-12, doi:10.1200/JGO.18.00062.
dc.descriptionThe original publication is available at https://ascopubs.org
dc.description.abstractPurpose 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 centerspecific 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.en_ZA
dc.description.urihttps://ascopubs.org/doi/abs/10.1200/JGO.18.00062
dc.description.versionPublisher's version
dc.format.extent12 pages
dc.identifier.citationOdiaka, E. 2018. Effective Project Management of a Pan-African Cancer Research Network : Men of African Descent and Carcinoma of the Prostate (MADCaP). Journal of Global Oncology, 4:1-12, doi:10.1200/JGO.18.00062.
dc.identifier.issn2378-9506 (online)
dc.identifier.otherdoi:10.1200/JGO.18.00062.
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/107719
dc.language.isoen_ZAen_ZA
dc.publisherAmerican Society of Clinical Oncology
dc.rights.holderAuthors retain copyright
dc.subjectProject Managementen_ZA
dc.subjectProstate -- Cancer -- Africaen_ZA
dc.subjectNetwork analysis (Planning)en_ZA
dc.subjectCancer -- Research -- Africaen_ZA
dc.titleEffective Project Management of a Pan-African Cancer Research Network : Men of African Descent and Carcinoma of the Prostate (MADCaP)en_ZA
dc.typeArticleen_ZA
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