The Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) is a medical research institute established in 1970 by the Government of Ethiopia in collaboration with Save the Children Organizations of Norway and Sweden, and University of Bergen. It was named after the Norwegian physician, Gerhard Henrik Armauer Hansen, who first described the leprosy bacillus (Mycobacterium leprae). ARHI was initially established to investigate the pathogenesis and human immune responses of leprosy. However, it undertakes medical research in a wide range of diseases such as tuberculosis, malaria, antimicrobial resistance, HIV various cancers, and other non-communicable conditions. The Institute focuses on responding to emerging and re-emerging diseases through health research and innovation. In addition, the Institute also places due emphasis on research on communicable and non-communicable diseases. The research activities are organized and carried out under seven Research Directorates. 

AHRI in collaboration with local and international partners is planning to undertake a project entitled " Impact of a cryptosporidiosis point-of-care test-and-treat strategy in children with diarrhoea (CryptoT&T) ". The project is funded by the Global Health (GH) European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) 3 and is a collaboration between partners in Ethiopia, Norway and Mozambique. We are looking for a project manager who will work in collaboration with the project PI, work package leads and the project staff at AHRI as well as in the field and will coordinate all aspects of project implementation, including planning, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation, to ensure the successful achievement of project goals. The Project Manager will be based at the Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases Research Directorate (CNCDRD).

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.

   • Monitor project progress against established milestones and deliverables and take corrective action as needed.

   • 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, Project Management or related field with a background in health sciences.

• 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 multi-country projects in low-resource settings.

• Strong understanding and experience of managing projects related to health systems, infectious diseases, and child health issues, particularly diarrhea.

• 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.

Workstation:

• Addis Ababa

Employment type:

• Annual contract, renewable based on performance.

Number of positions: 01

Salary: Competitive and as per AHRI’s salary scale and based on experience

How to Apply

How to Apply: Submit your application letter (detailing your motivation and suitability), CV (maximum of three pages with clear indication of your educational background and experience) and copies of your documents and certificates as one PDF file through THIS LINK