Project Manager

CISM is recruiting a Project Manager, to be based in Manhiça, Mozambique.

Duties

• Manage project’s processes, equipment and consumables (in strict collaboration with the logistic department)
• Prepare consumable and equipment needs plan for current and new studie
• Order and warranty the timely availability of project equipment and consumables
• Ensure the delivery and transportation of materials to the field site
• Manage stocks
• Oversee and ensure correct development of project’s processes
• Track monthly performance indicators
• Ensure achievement of project outputs
• Create and manage the agenda of activities and events and ensure follow-up of key actions
• Ensure project’s compliance with CISM’s internal rules
• Manage project’s human resources
• Manage the hiring process of new team members
• Prepare integration plans and welcome packages for new team members according to their position
• Prepare training agendas and training contents for new team members
• Prepare and revise monthly work plans
• Track extra hours and absenteeism
• Coordinate quality assurance and reporting
• Maintain and update physical and electronic project files (including study results, project management documents, protocols, etc.)
• Assist in developing and implementing quality control mechanism and document safeguards
• Design and maintain protocols approval tracking system
• Ensure that all standard operation procedures are approved and appropriately stored
• Write quarterly reports to national authorities and partners
• Preparation and coordination of field visits of project partners/monitors
• Perform other tasks requested by his/her immediate supervisor

Requisites

• University qualification in project management or equivalent
• Proven project management capabilities
• Proven ability to manage consultants and subcontractors
• Experience managing large health research programs preferably in public health
• Proven ability to manage donor-funded development projects, particularly with US Federal Funds
• Proven ability to manage donor relations, particularly with US Federal Funds
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment, expert problem solving, and creativity
• Computer literacy with good Excel, MS Word, Outlook, and Power Point skills
• Demonstrated success in building and managing multi-disciplinary teams in challenging program environments
• Experience of delivering donor-funded programs highly desirable
• Experience in a global, multicultural organization is highly desirable
• Fluent written and verbal English and Portuguese
• High level of professionalism and integrity

Notes

• Only short listed applicants will be contacted