Site Project Director-IRA, Karachi

By IRD Global Health, Research and Development, Singapore for Maternal and Child Health                                     Qualification:

• Master’s degree, PHD Preferred in Public Health / Project Management

Experience:

• More than 15 years of experience with proven experience in orchestrating complex public health projects, with a preference for candidates with a background in immunization programs

Jobs Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills to effectively guide a diverse project team, cultivating a work environment that promotes collaboration, open and transparent communication, and a commitment to high-performance standards. 
• Efficiently lead the development and implementation of project plans, ensuring their meticulous alignment with the overarching project objectives; work in close collaboration with key stakeholders to define the precise scope, deliverables, and timelines, reflecting a nuanced understanding of the intricacies of an immunization project. 
• Identify the training needs of the project team and develop capacity-building initiatives to enhance their skills and knowledge; facilitate training sessions and workshops focusing on areas such as project management, reporting, and donor communication to strengthen the team’s capabilities.
• Efficiently supervise and manage the execution of project activities at the site, with an unwavering commitment to strict adherence to established protocols and guidelines by the organization and the donor agencies. 
• Exert diligent supervision over expenses, promoting a culture that values resource-efficient and cost-effective utilization.
• Develop and maintain strong and productive relationships with critical stakeholders, including government agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations. 
• Establish robust quality assurance mechanisms to deliver required services at the highest standards.
• Conduct thorough and regular assessments to identify opportunities for optimization and take timely corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement.
• Ensure implementation of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework that meticulously assesses the impact of project activities.
• Analyze data precisely and generate insightful reports illuminating key performance indicators and project milestones. Ensure that project achievements, challenges, and impacts are communicated clearly and concisely, demonstrating accountability and transparency to donors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, guidelines, and contractual obligations associated with donor funding while working closely with legal and compliance teams