Project Manager by Service Delivery Innovation Strategic Initiative

• Manage the overall implementation of the Data Management Project and HIE platform planning and implementation throughout the project lifecycle, from Project initiation to the closing phase.
• Continuously monitor progress against set objectives for achieving the Data Management Model (DMM) on Institutional Level as defined in the DMM and in line with the recent decision for implementation
• At the project's initiation, establish the project brief and the overall business case for data management, considering both the overall implementation cost as well as the (transversal) synergies to be achieved by each of the functional areas by 2023
• Monitor HIE platform implementations for accuracy and timeliness to ensure the focus on successfully achieving the project goals including compliance
• Develop a detailed understanding of the MoH supply chain IT Plan and IT Stakeholders, specifically focusing on the HIE
• Initiate, facilitate, coordinate, and report for the regular 'Assess and Adjust' process to update and adjust the consolidated data management roadmap across business areas in line with the level of achievement over the past period, the changing environment, and institutional objectives, and update/maintain the overall business case and roll-forward consolidated roadmap for MoH/GHS public supply chain.
• Manage and monitor the evolution of the project scope, time, and cost. Ensure project management is in compliance with the Project Management Framework and monitors and controls the subsequent phases of the project according to the objectives set by the project Steering Committee.
• Ensure that the scope and timeline of the project and each of its subcomponents are realistic while securing the expected benefits and objectives
• Project manages the onboarding of new data partners and users; processes terminations as needed.
• Provide day-to-day management of HIE operations and activities, including system audits, technical assistance, client support, training, and utilization reports, and assistance in planning and implementing the architecture for HIE expansion.
• Define and operate an adequate project governance structure by continuously evaluating various risk parameters and organizing, preparing, conducting, coordinating, facilitating, and reporting on all project management activities necessary to achieve the project's objectives and ensuring project controls are documented and recorded accordingly.
• Maintain a global view of the project progress, as well as a detailed view of the status of individual deliverables.
• Report on project development/changes, identify decisions requiring validation and prepare relevant documents for the Steering Committee.
• Escalate the project's issues and risks to the Steering Committee and ensure that mitigating actions are undertaken and effectively monitored.
• Establish and operate proper change management, internal communication, and mobilization around the Data Management Project in close liaison with all functional areas' stakeholders at all Directorate levels.
• Consider any initiatives/projects running in parallel, which might either be a prerequisite or a dependency on the Data Management Model and its implementation and address any impact these might have on the data management project.
• Ensure a proper degree of quality assurance by reviewing the project documentation and deliverables for completeness and quality, to achieve the overall project goals.
• Facilitate the design and establishment of the future MoH/GH Data Management Organizational Structure
• Advice on leading practices and emerging trends in Data Management and HIE architecture.

• Advanced university degree; specialized certification and/or training in project management, change management, or risk management an asset.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in a multinational organization working on global scale projects.
• Strong familiarity with the public health environment and HIE services and products.
• Develop a detailed understanding of the State Medicaid Health IT Plan and Health IT Stakeholders, specifically focusing on the HIE.
• Leverage HIE capabilities and resources to support MoH public health improvement strategies.
• Proven and successful track record in leading projects and implementing organizational change in international organizations.
• Proven prior experience in global implementation and transformation projects in data management, and capable to provide input and advice on leading practice and emerging trends in Data Management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects effectively while facilitating group success.
• Provide day-to-day management of HIE operations and activities, including system audits, technical assistance, client support, training, and utilization reports, and assistance in planning and implementing the architecture for HIE expansion.

• Influential leader to energize the delivery team and maintain momentum
• Must be result-oriented; takes commitments and deadlines seriously
• Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision and independently
• Demonstrates a sense of passion and pride in own work. Positive attitude and adapts well to change. Inspires passion and excitement around shared goals.
• PRINCEII, Agile/Scrum qualifications
• Previous gaming experience would be beneficial, but not essential
• Experience in regulated sectors, and high compliance environments preferred
• Solid experience in managing end-to-end data projects
• Experienced in agile ways of working, able to provide coaching and training to others in this approach to upskill colleagues
• Work as part of a flexible, committed, and active team to continuously deliver high-quality solutions and outcomes in a rapid delivery environment based on realistic but aggressive task delivery schedules
• Proven experience in the delivery of Data Production and Use projects using Agile and DMBOK guided approaches and tools
• Proven skills in Modern Data Warehousing techniques and Data Platform solutions
• Experience in defining methods, standards, best practices, and QA processes for project delivery
• Experience in Recruitment as well as Resource and People Management
• Experience in Stakeholder Management
• Experience in Public Health Supply Chain Management
• Desire to collaborate with internal teams, Global functions, and stakeholders to deliver great outcomes in the most effective way

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