Project Manager (01)

Vacancy : 1

Job Description

Organization information:
Global Health Systems Solutions (GHSS) is a non-governmental and not for profit organization dedicated to seeking innovative solutions to strengthen health systems in developing countries for effective service delivery and surveillance of infectious, noninfectious, and neglected tropical diseases. We focus in three key areas: improve laboratory systems and services critical for disease management, surveillance, and prevention; enhance field surveillance and epidemiological training for relevant animal and human-health to mitigate threats posed by diseases; and improve service delivery at all health levels.

Our major collaborators include Ministries of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Africa Centers for Disease Control, Mastercard Foundation and several bi-lateral organizations.

Purpose of the role
In order to strengthen its operational capacities for the implementation of a program aimed at empowering vulnerable populations educationally and economically, GHSS is currently seeking for outstanding, qualified and experienced Project Manager who will oversee the overall implementation of the said program.

Primary duties and responsibilities

• Oversee the overall implementation of the program;
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing program activities;
• Ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and objectives;
• Oversee the technical team and ensure effective collaboration.

Education & Experience

Academic requirements and relevant experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as education policy, international development, or nonprofit management (preferred but not mandatory);
• 5 years’ experience in project management, including planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation;
• Experience in working with NGOs, Government agencies, or international organizations focused on education and youth empowerment;
• Familiarity with the challenges faced by vulnerable and displaced populations;
• Knowledge of research and data analysis methods to assess project impact and make evidence-based decisions;

Must Have

Required skills

• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Strong ability to establish priorities, work within tight timelines and multitask;
• Ability to work under minimal supervision with high level of resilience.
• Very good computer skills, including excellent word processing capabilities and experience in using Microsoft Office programs, MS 365 programs and financial software.
• Solution-oriented and deadline-driven with strong organizational skills.
• High ethics and personal commitment to transparency and accountability.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ready to learn for continuous improvement.

Languages

• Proficiency in written and spoken English and French.

Remuneration

• The salary for this position is very competitive, attractive and negotiable.
• This is a full time position for a three (3) year contract with the possibility to renew

Submission of Application
Complete application files comprising of an application, a motivation letter, curriculum vitae and copies of the required academic qualifications can be submitted either online via recruitment@ghsscm.org, or physically at GHSS head office at Denver Bonamoussadi, Douala from 9am – 2pm, Monday to Friday.

NB: Applicants should submit their documents in either word format or pdf.

• We strongly welcome early applications. Consideration will be given to candidates who submitted a complete application file and on time.
• Only selected candidates will be contacted.
• If you have not been contacted fifteen (15) days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

 

 

Employment Status

Full Time

Educational Requirements

MBA

Experience Requirements

5 - <10 Years

Job Location

Office

Salary

The salary for this position is very competitive, attractive and negotiable