Project Manager at AMI

This position is for pooling purposes only. We will contact you should there be an immediate need for the role. 

AMI is hiring a Project Manager to support our mission providing medical services to the United Nations in Somalia. This position requires the Project Manager to work on project in Somalia for months at a time. Travel is required. AMI covers visa, flight and accommodation costs. The Project Manager must have experience in healthcare and management in order to apply and be considered.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Ensure the timely and professional administration and delivery of health services which adhere to UniTeam Medical’s contractual obligations. 
• Available twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week. 
• Ensure operational readiness and of facility, equipment, supply chain and services. 
• Ensure all safety precautions and standards are in place and adhered to ensure the safety of patients and staff at all times. 
• Coordinate and oversee all aspects related to the management of the facility and services in compliance with local requirements. 
• Communicate the vision and objectives of the project including all work activities and behavior to staff. 
• Analyze the contract and appropriately scope out the project requirements and deliverables. 
• Effectively/efficiently control the day to day management of the project on site. 
• Identify and minimize breach of contracts through proactive solution management and resolve issues as they arise. 
• Effectively manage all on site contractual expenses. In addition, actively source opportunities to reduce costs and secure more competitive rates. 
• Ensure internal audits of the facility are conducted as required. 
• Ensure all HSE events are reported, dealt with quickly, correctly and appropriately. 
• Oversee the day to day clinical staffing and outcomes to ensure contractual standards are adhered to. 
• Assist with orientation for incoming personnel. 
• Conduct performance reviews for all staff periodically and submit them to the corporate offices. 
• Instigate disciplinary action when required, including the completion of file notes and documentation. 
• Motivate individuals and teams to achieve high performance results and maintain good morale within the workplace. 
• Create an environment where people are encouraged to make their own decisions and work as a team. 
• Ensure all documentation is maintained in a thorough and accurate manner. 
• Work in accordance with posted rostering and maintain approved training standards as required. 
• Stay within restricted boundaries when responding to the on-call requirements. 
• Train and work in a designated role within the facility’s trauma system, which is based on Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). 
• Ensure that highest standards in the provision of services. 
• Attend or present training and briefing sessions when and as directed. 
• Operate within the context of the facility’s Mass Casualty Incident Plan in designated role, or in other roles as directed. 
• The Project Manager must comply with the Company’s and Client’s policies and procedures and Code of Conduct at all times. 
• Report daily to the corporate Project Manager and provide daily Site Reports. Work closely with HR to manage future rotations and staffing needs.

Job Requirement: 

• University Graduate with a degree (B. SC or BA) in Healthcare Administration OR Business Administration OR any related field in Medical Sciences (MBA or a Master’s degree in related fields will be an added advantage). 
• Minimum 5 years’ continuous experience managing healthcare services at an international level. 
• Experience in the management of the implementation of a complex project and business initiatives. 
• The ability to be client focused, responsive, flexible and positive and committed to deliver quality service and improvement in an environment of continuous change. 
• Experience in a leadership role with an understanding of staff management practices and proven ability to create a motivational work environment. 
• An understanding of budgets, business planning and logistics. 
• Two professional referees who can attest the applicant’s recent professional competence within the past 2 years. One reference to be from a supervisor and/or manager. 
• Fluency in English. 
• Valid passport. 
• Ability to travel and work in Somalia for months at a time