Department: Clinical Trials Directorate

Background and purpose of the vacancy:

We are seeking a highly qualified Project Manager with expertise in public health and project management to lead our team in a project focused on reducing childhood mortality due to pneumonia in low-resource settings. The project aims to optimize hospital-based treatments for severe pneumonia through the implementation of bubble Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (OPT-bCPAP) , identifying factors associated with mortality and review of antibiotic practice and prescribing guidelines. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of project implementation, including planning, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation, to ensure the successful achievement of project goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning and Implementation:

   • Develop comprehensive project plans, work breakdown structures, and timelines in collaboration with project stakeholders.

   • Coordinate project activities and resources to ensure timely and efficient implementation of project activities.

   • Coordinate activities with international partners

2. Stakeholder Engagement:

   • Build and maintain effective relationships with local and international project partners, government agencies, donors, and other stakeholders.

   • Facilitate regular communication and coordination meetings to ensure alignment of project objectives and activities.

   • Engage key stakeholders in decision-making processes and solicit their input to inform project strategies and approaches.

3. Monitoring and Evaluation:

   • Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project outputs, outcomes, and impact indicators.

   • Collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess project performance and identify areas for improvement.

   • Prepare regular progress reports and presentations for project stakeholders, including donors and government officials.

4. Capacity Building:

   • Provide technical assistance and capacity-building support to project staff, partners, and stakeholders.

   • Conduct trainings and workshops on project-related topics to enhance knowledge and skills among project teams.

5. Quality Assurance:

   • Ensure adherence to project quality standards and best practices in project implementation.

   • Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor compliance with project protocols and guidelines.

   • Implement corrective and preventive actions to address any deviations or non-compliance issues.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Public Health or related field.

• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred.

• Minimum of 6years of experience out of which 4 years project management and coordination, with a focus on public health or healthcare programs.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects in low-resource settings.

• Strong understanding of health systems, infectious diseases, and child health issues, particularly pneumonia.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire multidisciplinary teams.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Ability to work under stress and in a team 

• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience working with international donors and familiarity with regulations and compliance requirements of donors from the EU.

Employment Type: Contract basis with performance-based renewal every six months.

Salary: As per the project scale, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who fulfilled the above requirements should send the following through THIS LINK

 -        A CV/ resume (not more than 3 pages) 

-         A cover letter (not more than one page)

 -       A one page table summarizing your educational background, work experience, technical skills and competencies to facilitate the screening process.