VillageReach is an NGO that develops solutions to critical health system challenges in low-resource environments, with an emphasis on strengthening the “last mile” of healthcare delivery. VillageReach combines expertise across public health, technology, and business to bring life-saving innovation – new systems, programs and technologies – to scale and sustainability in the world’s most underserved communities. VillageReach is headquartered in Seattle, WA with offices located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi and Mozambique.
VillageReach invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Program Manager, Sample Transportation. The position is based in Maputo, Mozambique and reports to the Country Director in Mozambique. The Program Manager will oversee all aspects of VillageReach Mozambique’s laboratory sample transportation portfolio, including projects using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to transport laboratory samples, and projects using mobile technology to streamline laboratory sample transportation requests. The successful candidate will be an individual with demonstrated experience in applying innovative technologies to solve public health problems, paired with strong project management and communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
The following competencies reflect both what is expected of all VillageReach employees and of an individual in this specific role.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position directly supervises up to 2 employees. The Program manager will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
VillageReach has no private offices, employees work in a shared, open environment with task and conference rooms accessible to employees for privacy and meetings. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.