Polio Program Manager at eHealth Systems Africa

ATTN: Position Based in Kano, Nigeria

ATTN: Only Candidates with a minimum of 3 years experience in project management, experience working in international organizations, and exceptional communication and report writing skills will be considered.

ATTN: Looking for candidates willing to commit a minimum of 2 years in position.

Summary: The Polio Program Manager oversees the coordination and administration of all aspects of ongoing polio projects including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling polio program activities. Other responsibilities include supporting communications activities, attending meetings, and establishing and maintaining relationships with partner agencies.

eHealth Africa currently has 5 large scale Polio Projects employing over 300 staff working specifically under the polio program. The Program Manager will be responsible for managing the Project Managers under the Polio Program, will be responsible for the success of the Polio Projects, and will also be responsible for the development of new polio projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Other duties may be assigned.

Participate in long- and short-term program development and planning.Develop and effectively manage program timelines to ensure timely completion of program deliverables.Monitor program activities to ensure quality and accuracy of work outcomes vis-à-vis contractual and grant commitmentsServes as a resource to project manager for all inquiries and issue resolution for project management, contract budget and remediation, and regulatory document preparationResponsible for contract and financial management for polio projects. Ensures project budgets are tracked against contract milestones.Responsible for performing any other duty as assigned by managementMay frequently travel between company worksites.Presents a professional demeanor at all times.  Approaches others in a tactful manner.  Reacts well under pressure.  Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.  Accepts responsibility for own actions.  Follows through on commitmentsIs consistently at work and on time.Participates in and promotes a positive, supportive, cooperative team environment.Attends and participates in staff meetings, training classes and supervisionAdheres to Policies and Procedures.Adheres to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of the field

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organisation's policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supervises assigned Project Management staff.  

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree from college or university in Project Management or related field. Minimum of three years of experience in project management or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong leadership skills that include the ability to build effective project teams, ability to motivate others, delegation, and timely/quality decision making. Exemplary skills with leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams, as well as mentoring other team members in a clinical research setting.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and great attention to detail. Must be able to work as a leader and member of a team and possess good problem solving skills.

Must possess the ability to organize, instruct and supervise staff while promoting group effort and achievement. Must have the ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively.

Good learning ability. Action oriented and resilient in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications and Licenses

PMI Certification is preferred.

Computer Skills

Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency working within specialized software utilized in program.

Language Ability

English is the spoken and written language
Ability to read, analyse and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public.