Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

 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.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public Health or related field.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years 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.

Number of Require: 1(one)

How To Apply

How to Apply

Interested applicants who fulfill the above requirements should send the following through ethiojobs.net

Submit your application letter (detailing your motivation and suitability), CV (maximum of three pages with clear indication of your educational background, experience, list of three references along with their Email) and copies of your document sand certificates as one PDF file.