To review external research requests, align them with RBN priorities, monitor the progress of various stages of the research process and ensure relevance of outputs to RBN

In Scope:

• Evaluate the independent research proposals according to RBN priorities and quality criteria
• Select only qualified and relevant research proposals for permission to conduct research
• Assist selected independent researchers conceptualise research
• Assist selected independent researchers to appropriately access and communicate with RBN stakeholders
• Maintain communication with independent researchers throughout research process
• Monitor the content of the papers being produced by the researchers
• Obtain a copy of the final paper written by the researchers and potentially archive raw research materials
• Faciliate appropriate presentation of research findings to RBN stakeholders, including analysis of lessons learned for RBN priorities