Program Management Officer at ICAP (Columbia University)

ICAP is a global health leader situated at Columbia University, ICAP has worked since 2003 with one central goal: to improve the health of families and communities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Management Officer

Job ID: 496972
Location: Abuja
Report to: Project Stakeholders
Travel Requirements: TBD

Position Summary

• The Project Management Officer will support the management of key stakeholder and health projects at NASCP(National AIDS and Sexually transmitted Infection Control Program). 
• Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. 
• Oversee all aspects of projects.
• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for NSACP(National AIDS and Sexually transmitted Infection Control Program)coordinator regarding status of project.
• The successful candidate will work directly with relevant stakeholder to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. 
• He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible and will hire new talent as needed to fulfill client needs.

Major Accountabilities

• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices and procedures. Rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. 
• Perform a variety of tasks. Lead and direct the work of others. 
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. 
• Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. 
• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources, stakeholder management, meetings, and schedules, for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Report and escalate to management as needed
• Manage the relationship with MoHS partners and all stakeholders
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs

Educational Qualification

• Master's Degree in Project Management, Management or MBA and 3-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience
• Proven working experience in project management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus
• Project Manager top skills & proficiencies:
• Developing and Tracking Budgets
• Coaching

Application Closing Date
9th December, 2022. W. Central Africa Standard Time

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note

• Only candidates who are eligible to work in Abuja Nigeria without a need for sponsorship will be considered for the position.
• The position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding. Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 
• It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.