ICAP
EMPLOYMENT OFFERED
ICAP at Columbia University is an international, non-profit organization situated at the Columbia University in New York. ICAP works in over 30 countries, including Zambia. Together with our partners – Ministries of Health, large multilaterals, health care providers, and patients – we support comprehensive, family-focused HIV services and high-performing health system strengthening initiatives that provide quality and affordable health care. And by enhancing health information systems, improving quality, and developing human resources for health, we build capacity and efficiency in the world’s most challenging, resource-limited settings.
ICAP seeks to recruit for the following short term positions (six months) in Zambia:
POSITION TITLE – PROJECT MANAGER
Resolve to Save Life (RTSL) (1)
Reports to: Country Director
Duty station: Lusaka
POSITION SUMMARY
Working under the guidance and direction of the Country Director for ICAP in Zambia, the Project Manager will oversee the implementation of project activities of the Resolve to Save Life (RTSL) project in in Eastern, Southern and Western provinces in Zambia.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Liaise with the Country Director to ensure effective implementation and coordination of the RTSL project activities and monitor progress toward the achievement of project goals and deliverables.
- Assist the Country Director in oversight of all activities, outputs, and outcomes related to the RTSL project
- Oversee capacity building activities to transfer skills, knowledge and technology to stakeholders at the different levels of the health care system.
- Assist in preparation and presentation of progress reports, achievements, and lessons learned to the Project PI at HQ as well as to other stakeholders in country.
- Perform other related duties as directed.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant degree such as Medicine, Nursing, Social Sciences
- Master’s Degree in Public health or related field
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated technical expertise in Project management and oversight
- 5-10 years’ experience with HIV healthcare delivery or public health management in resource limited setting
- Prior experience in training, mentoring, and supervision of multi-cultural clinical and program professionals.
- Proven experience in establishing working relationships and collaborating with host-country governments and other stakeholders
- Fluent English oral and written communication skills
- Ability to oversee development of comprehensive program reports
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel up to 12 weeks in Zambia as requested and up to two weeks internationally as requested.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates should send their applications, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) of not more than 4 pages and cover letter to ICAP website.
Please indicate position being applied for in the subject line, failure to which the application will not be reviewed. Do not attach certificates at this stage.
The closing date for receiving applications is Friday 15th May, 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NOTE: These are local hire positions and the successful candidates will be employees of ICAP in Zambia and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.
ICAP is an equal opportunity employer, values inclusion and a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.