Project Manager- Pakistan National Stop Transmission of Polio Program

Integral Global

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PKR. 1,000,001+/Month

Females are strongly encouraged to apply.

Under the overall guidance of the Senior CDC IGH Advisor and IGH/CDC Leadership, the Project Manager NSTOP will oversee the management of Pakistan’s NSTOP Program. He/she is expected to perform following key duties at the National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) for the Polio Eradication Initiative:

Responsibilities:

The NSTOP Project Manager shall;

Provide strategic and technical support to all NSTOP program areas
Participate in the design and conduct of training for the NSTOP assignees
Conduct bi-monthly supervisory and capacity-building visits with each NSTOP assignee
Monitor and evaluate Field work of NSTOP assignees through routine phone and email communication and site visits in their States of assignment.
Foster inter-agency collaboration, and partnership on communication on NSTOP and other polio vaccine-preventable diseases.
Provide updates to the inter-agency team on key activities and outcomes on NSTOP assignees.
Represent the NSTOP Program in meetings with the Government and partners
Provide monthly reports to CDC-GID Project Officer and IGH leadership on summary of activities
Prepare Quarterly reports for NSTOP inter-agency partnership.
Prepare ad hoc reports and presentations for meetings as required
Oversee administrative functions of the NSTOP program, including assignments, policies, etc. in consultation with respective Government Authorities.
Travel to provinces to meet with Provincial EOC coordinators, District Coordinators and other stakeholders.
Participate actively in pre-campaign and intra-campaign supportive supervision and monitoring in the most challenging districts and union councils
Create an environment of transparency and openness, encouraging dialogue and continuous improvement.
Recognize and reward great work based on merit, ensuring fair and equitable practices within the program.

Requirements:

A minimum of a Master of Public Health, specialization in Field Epidemiology is preferred.
A minimum of 10 years of experience serving in a similar management and leadership position in a reputable Organization involving team mentoring and coaching.
At least 5 years of prior work experience in immunization activities – preferably polio eradication – or related public health programs working in collaboration with NGOs, UN organizations, Government agencies or Ministries.
Demonstrated results-based management experience

Experience:

Experience in working with the Pakistan EPI and/or PEI program
Expertise in routine immunization, polio eradication, and Vaccine-Preventable Disease surveillance, plus proven project management skills.
Strong working knowledge of Pakistan government functions; preferably senior-level job experience in federal /provincial health departments
Knowledge and experience on strategies to reach areas with insecurity with immunization services will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of standard computer software packages with experience in MS Word, MS Excel spreadsheets, MS PowerPoint

Functional Skills:

Demonstrated project planning and management skills for organizing, planning, and executing projects from conception through implementation.
Excellent leadership skills include the capacity to organize people to achieve a shared goal.
Proven experience and capacity to create a conducive working environment for staff within the organization.
Excellent diplomatic, representational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including, experience with successfully interacting with stakeholders and decision-makers in technical and other professional settings.

Other Required Skills and abilities

Analytical approach to work and ability to make quick but balanced decisions.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in local Pakistani languages, particularly Pashto is an advantage.
Strong attention to detail and an investigative initiative.
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
Able to work as part of a team and to build strong working relationships.
Ability and readiness to travel, as this position involves field supervision.