Project Coordinator at Palmetto Medical Initiative (PMI) in Uganda

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Employer: Palmetto Medical Initiative (PMI)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 15th Nov 2013

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work alongside International Director to maintain strategic plan and business model
• Work alongside Clinic Administrator in Uganda to identify long-term goals, capacities, and strategies for growth
• Provide direction and support to local staff through the transitional management period
• Provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports
• Act as a liaison between PMI International Executive Leadership and PMI Uganda
• Research and apply best practices being successfully implemented by similar organizations
• Create and manage relationships/partnerships/collaborations with other NGO’s, government officials, and local partners
• Manage and implement capacity building strategies for local staff across all project locations

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should hold a four year Bachelor Degree in International Development, Business, or Project Management
• Masters Degree in relevant field preferred
• Proven project management experience in East Africa
• Ability to work cross-culturally and display cultural sensitivity
• Strong organizational competencies
• Ability to manage and evaluate administrative systems and empower staff to work within those systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Professionalism
• Adaptability
• Availability to travel 2-5 days per month on-site to Masindi, Uganda  

Terms and Conditions:

Lodging, transportation, and per diem allowance for on-site consultations
Operational expenses (phone, airtime, internet, etcetera)
Medivac International Insurance during time of employment (if desired)

How to Apply:

All interested candidates should send their e-mail applications with a cover letter and current CV to: michael@palmettomedical.org