We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead ICT initiatives within the donor funded One Health Project, where our organization serves as a consortium partner. The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the automation of various programmatic interventions to enhance One Health initiatives across Bangladesh.
Job Description:
- Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of ICT interventions to support the One Health Project.
- Collaborate with consortium partners, government bodies, and NGOs to align ICT strategies and make existing digital platforms operated by government departments interoperable in line with One Health goals.
- Coordinate with the in-house teams to design, develop, implement, and maintain ICT solutions tailored to the project’s needs.
- Facilitate negotiations with key stakeholders and conduct workshops for securing buy-in of relevant government departments for ICT initiatives.
- Monitor project progress, manage budgets, and ensure the timely delivery of ICT-related milestones.
- Provide technical guidance and support to ensure the successful integration of ICT systems with One Health programmatic interventions.
- Proactively identify risk points to inform management along with risk mitigation strategies for smooth operations and project completion.
- Stay up to date about regulations, requirements and activities of the project to ensure smooth project management.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science & Engineering, Public Health, Animal Health or a related field.
Experience
- At least 5 years
Additional Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the health sector, with a strong understanding of the One Health ecosystem in Bangladesh. Experience in managing ICT platforms will be an added advantage.
- Working experience in managing USAID/EU/or similar type of donor funded project will be added advantage.
- Proven track record of managing complex projects in health or agriculture or animal health or combined.
- Strong understanding of One Health concept and the complexity of the issues around it especially in the context of Bangladesh.
- Strong coordination skills, with experience working with NGOs, government bodies, and international donors.
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Technical expertise in ICT systems development, integration, and automation is desired.
Responsibilities & Context
mPower is a pioneer and global leader in “Development Intelligence”, business intelligence for the social development in government and non-government sectors. If you are passionate about changing the world and improving the lives of millions of poor and disadvantaged people of the world combining both creativity & cutting-edge technology, apply for our Project Manager, One Health vacancy.
Compensation & Other Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Fully company-subsidized lunch
- Income tax paid by the company
- Two festival bonuses
- Life and Medical Insurance
- Contributory Provident Fund
- Gratuity
- Leave Encashment/ Carry Forward Facility
Employment Status
Full Time
Job Location
Nur Empori (Level-10) | House # 77, B # M, R # 11, Banani, Dhaka-1213
Job Features
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