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The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) Program Associate in Rockville, Maryland
Description
Summary of the Position
The Program Associate for the Promoting the Quality of Medicines Plus (PQM+), Health Elements portfolio is a non-supervisory position that contributes to the successful planning, implementation, and program management of the centrally funded Health Elements portfolio. Working closely with the Director, Health Elements, the Program Associate will support core Maternal and Child Health (MCH), Cross Bureau, and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) implementation of workplan activities. The Program Associate will also support the Director, Health Elements in tracking and reporting on country funded malaria initiatives as well as helping country funded portfolios align their malaria work and messaging with PMI strategic priorities.
Roles and Responsibilities
Carries out research in support of implementation of MCH workplan activities as well as Cross Bureau and NTD workplans as necessary
Tracks key country funded malaria initiatives to support the development of malaria communication and reporting materials for PMI
Supports data analysis and validation activities related to MCH workplan
Supports Health Elements quarterly reporting and workplan updates
Supports development of program management tools and templates for the Health Elements portfolio
Proactively anticipates, identifies, and facilitates resolution of potential project issues relating to delays in PQM+ activities/obligations, budget, and timelines, by collaborating with the internal and external teams.
Supports partner engagement efforts for sub awards, fixed rate agreements and other contract types aligning with USP’s standard operating procedures and policies, and working with cross functional teams including legal, contracts, and finance teams to finalize and execute contracts.
Supports procurement of goods and services and ensures all procurements follow USAID rules and regulations and USP policies, consistent with budget allocation, and properly reflect PQM+/USAID interests. Works to coordinate the procurement process throughout the procurement cycle from request through to delivery and payments.
Assists in tracking sub-recipient technical deliverables and budgets; reviews financial submissions and deliverable schedules, to include proactive follow-up with sub-recipient; tracks program budget and facilitates budget revisions for sub-recipients, as necessary.
Assesses key program information and data for input into appropriate PQM+ monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) tool; facilitates consistent transfer of program results; serves as a focal point for MEL platform.
Coordinates and ensures that all travel, consultant, procurement, and deliverables trackers are up to date.
Ensures consistent document management to include proper filing, archival, and storage of program documentation and files according to USP and donor policies.
Assists in organizing and facilitating regular meetings with the donor and tracking action items that arise during these meetings.
Other program related duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required and a minimum of 3 years’ experience with program management and administration for global health programs or pharmaceutical programs; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with attention to detail
Demonstrates effective time management and prioritization skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good presentation and reporting skills
Comfortable working with internal and external professionals
Demonstrated ability to support implementation of multiple projects in a timely manner
Advanced computer competence (MS Office programs, MS Project or similar)
Awareness of and interest in the role of pharmaceutical management in Global Health is beneficial
Awareness of and interest in Maternal and Child Health and Neglected Tropical Disease programming is beneficial
Awareness of and interest in malaria and PMI programming is beneficial
Awareness of Strategic Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) strategies is beneficial
Familiarity with and interest in implementation of global health activities is beneficial
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Benefits
USP provides you with the benefits you need to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off, comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial wellbeing are protected.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (will apply to the selected candidate(s) hired:
As a condition of employment with the United States Pharmacopeial Convention's (USP) duty to provide and maintain a workplace free of known hazards, all employees and contingent staff hired after July 1st, 2021, must be fully present vaccinated unless a reasonable accommodation is approved. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
About USP
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top experts in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP brings together more than 1,100 talented professionals across five global locations to deliver its mission to strengthen the supply of safe quality medicines and supplements worldwide. USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.
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Job Category Professional Programs
Job Type Full-Time