We are looking for a resourceful Program Manager to join our stellar team at Jhpiego in Baltimore, MD.
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The Program Manager works in collaboration with the Senior Portfolio Manager to support and administer programming within the assigned Portfolio. The Program Manager acts as the representative of the assigned program area and is a key partner to Country management and leadership team(s) and is accountable for the identification and determination of overall priorities for the assigned program area. Informs the build-out, development and implementation of solutions that address programmatic needs.
This position owns, builds and fosters relationships with country office and US based management and leadership teams, donors and subrecipients to drive work activities in alignment with broader strategies and through the application of strong project management methodology, practices and tools.
This position is to support the Zambia program and one or two additional programs in southern Africa.
Leads & Proposals Provides specialized advice and support pertinent to generation of leads for New Program Development (NPD) opportunities in countries supported If support country, serves as the Program Lead for new proposal development of high complexity (e.g., high value, multiple partnerships) within the assigned Portfolio area and others Countries as needed including providing budget inputs, conducting budget reviews and developing management plans Mentors junior staff to the Program Lead role for new proposals Supports Country Directors and other stakeholders within Country Office(s) or global projects on leads development i.e. meetings with donors, initiating relationships between Country Director(s) and NPD liaisons. Support NPD Country plans, drafting concept notes Fosters country relationships and customer service with country teams to identify and support needs Start-Up Activities Develops and oversees start-up plan for new projects in Countries/global projects supported Leads project management trainings and in-country start-up workshops for Country or Global Project teams Partners with country/project senior management team(s) / Sr. Portfolio Manager to adapt, improve and implement programs / processes / policies / procedures to meet shifting priorities and needs in assigned program Acts as a partner and provides specialized support to Country Office(s) in the development of high-quality workplans and project charters in alignment with program strategy and scope Partner with members of the multi-disciplinary Project Team to establish working parameters and guidelines Initiates start-up activities and after-action reviews Analyzes the feasibility and potential impact of new initiatives, process improvements, solutions; provides recommended course of action Implementation & Control Activities Provides highly specialized guidance, support, reporting, and advisory services to members of management and leadership team(s), organizational leaders Determines the requirements for work assigned program area and leads planning efforts in alignment with project management, industry best practices in assigned area for assigned program area Supports the development / delivery of presentations / communications to management / leadership or broader audience Acts as the main point of contact for resolution of escalated issues or sensitive, confidential matters with moderate risk and impact to the program and escalates high to severe risks to Sr. Portfolio Manager Interprets and advises Project teams on the effective application of project management practices and methodologies, ensuring compliance with Jhpiego's internal Project Management curricula requirements (View email address on jobs-jhpiego.icims.com) Mentor junior staff who they work closely with in project implementation Relationship Management Provides service oriented support to country/project teams based on their needs and requests; modifies and adapts processes/procedures to meet shifting needs and priorities Provides feedback with team and partners on program quality and deliverables. Partners with internal stakeholders to establish and/or enhance working parameters/guidelines/processes Builds collaborative networks with external stakeholders (including partners and donors) that deepen the shared perspective on program approaches through understanding and consideration of operational factors, including broader strategies Close-Out Activities Ensures that close out process conducted successfully according to internal processes and donor guidelines Conducts After Action Reviews for closed out projects Ensures quality final report is delivered Supervision Supervises Project and Program Officers Responsible for the management of team members providing leadership, guidance, coaching, mentorship and counselling where needed Grows team expertise to align with organizational demand and direction while assessing team skills / capabilities and continually looking for ways to provide / enhance the value delivered Leads a high-performing team and provides ongoing feedback and performance reviews Tracks, monitors and effectively addresses performance of team members Manages employees in compliance with all HR policies, procedures and guidelines of conduct Shares knowledge, information, skills and subject matter expertise among the team and ensures the timely communication of issues while encouraging good working relationships with other functions / teams Recruits for hires to ensure a highly diverse, qualified workforce with the necessary capabilities needed to achieve goals Masters' Degree in Public Health or 7 years of relevnt working experience Certified in View email address on jobs-jhpiego.icims.com (Jhpiego's internal project management curricula) or Project Management for Development Professionals (PMDPro. If these certifications have not been completed, the successful candidate must complete within 60 days of hire. Proven experience in workplan development, reviewing quarterly and annual reports, providing budget inputs and conducting program close-out Strong understanding of financial management principles and budgeting Strong understanding of multiple technical areas Jhpiego works in Strong organizational skills Strong writing skills Team player Excellent written and oral communication skills with diverse groups Excellent problem solving skills Office 365 Travel: Ability to travel 30% Fluent in written and spoken English The salary range for this role is expected to be: $78,814 - $94,577 . The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans. #LI-TT1 Benefits of working as a Program Manager in Baltimore, MD:
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