Position Summary:

CRDF Global is seeking an early career professional for a Project Lead position under the Global Health Operating Division, focused on the administration of global health research grants and contracts.

The Project Lead will support projects funded by the National Institutes of Health and other anticipated global health donor organizations, to provide technical project management, grants management, and financial and operational support to ensure the portfolio of projects are administered and implemented in a manner consistent with CRDF Global and funder objectives.

Position activities include, but are not limited to, project management from concept design, solicitation, review, selection to closeout, subaward management including technical review of proposals and related materials, coordinating the grants management process, understanding and tracking grant restrictions, drafting and reviewing project reports, monitoring and evaluation of projects, and funder relationship management.

Major Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements project plans using best practices for Project Management (for multiple projects) that may include charters, WBS, statements of work, schedules, deliverables, monitoring and evaluation plans, and project budgets; prepares and submits reports and proposed modifications if necessary
• Develops budgets and projections, manages sub-award budgets, monitors project/program finances, and monthly spending reports and financial reporting of project expenses upon closeout of the sub-award(s)
• Coordinates with grantees to ensure timely and accurate reporting, as well as compliance with grant requirements
• Supports program/project to provide high quality deliverables to funding agency relaying timely program developments
• Serves as the liaison for internal units (Finance, Operations Support, HR) to execute the project on scope, schedule, and budget
• Where applicable, provides logistical support to overseas workshops or conferences under the supervision of the funder
• Develops concepts and new project ideas continually and as part of proposal development process
• Supports health portfolio team to implement monitoring and evaluation systems to properly document, organize project performance and progress
• Liaises with funder routinely and assists with management of funder relationship
• Establishes and advances relationships with key stakeholders and grantees to ensure the work of CRDF Global is building on and contributing to key project goals and objectives
• Represents program or projects at external events domestically and abroad
• Supports other programs and staff, as required
• Travels within the U.S. and internationally as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in International Relations, International Development, or related field
• Minimum three (3) years project management experience
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrated project management skills, and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Prior experience as a Project Coordinator, Project Administrator or a similar role
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, with tight deadlines
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Exceptional time-management and organizational skills

CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status.

CRDF Global offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

This position is not eligible to be performed in Colorado.