MedSuRe Senior Manager, Program Delivery

Brief Job Overview

The Program Delivery Senior Manager will provide end-to-end programmatic operational excellence for the Medicines Supply Resilience (MedSuRe) Africa project. This multi-year, multi-country initiative aims to enhance regional production of quality-assured, African-made medicines that are cost-effective and climate-resilient. The role involves leading project operations, coordinating with project partners, and managing donor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Holds end-to-end operational accountability for project activities and adheres to donor and contractual requirements.
• Develops and executes annual planning, prepares high-quality progress reports, and oversees quality control processes for deliverables.
• Drives integration across technical, M&E, finance, and partner workstreams, managing interdependencies and resolving delivery challenges.
• Designs, implements, and continuously improves project management systems, tools, and processes for efficient execution and high-quality results.
• Serves as the programmatic/operational point of contact for project partners, ensuring effective coordination and communication.
• Led donor management efforts, maintaining strong donor relationships, and contributing to donor communications and briefings.
• Manages program financial tracking and forecasting, ensuring accurate expenditure monitoring and compliance with donor requirements.
• Identifies and addresses issues/risks, facilitating resolution with appropriate management staff.
• Oversees consultant and vendor engagements, including scope development, procurement, contract development, and performance monitoring.
• Supervises and develops project management staff, providing coaching and mentoring.
• Supports Deputy Project Director in resource planning and workload management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of USP's mission and commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices.
• Eight (8) years of project management experience, with five (5) years focused on donor-funded programs.
• Experience establishing program management systems and processes.
• Proven experience managing and coordinating complex consortium donor-funded projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Additional Desired Preferences

• Master’s degree in International Development, Public Health, Science, or related field.
• PMP certification.
• Knowledge of multiple donor policies and procedures.
• Monitoring and evaluation experience with donor-funded projects.
• Group facilitation, team building, and partner coordination skills.
• Experience working in complex environments with cross-cultural teams.
• Fluency in another language, such as French, Spanish, or Portuguese.

Benefits

• Base Salary Range: USD $139,453.00 – $173,900.00 annually.
• Target Annual Bonus: % Varies based on level of role.
• Company-paid time off.
• Comprehensive healthcare options.
• Retail savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and upholds policies that create an inclusive and collaborative work environment.