St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital
Job Description
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There’s
a reason St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is consistently ranked on Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Places to
Work For” list. Because at our world-class pediatric research hospital, every
one of our professionals shares our commitment to make a difference in the
lives of the children we serve. There’s a unique bond when you’re part of a
team that gives their all to advance the treatments and cures of pediatric
catastrophic diseases. The result is a collaborative, positive environment
where everyone, regardless of their role, receives the resources, support and
encouragement to advance and grow their careers and be the force behind the cures.
Project Coordinator – Disease Burden and Simulation Unit, Sub-Sahara
Africa Region
Memphis, TN
Overview
The
Department of Global Pediatric Medicine (GPM) is a new and growing department
looking for professionals who are eager to help implement the mission of taking
St. Jude to the world by training the clinical workforce, developing and
strengthening health systems and patient-centered initiatives, and advancing
knowledge to sustain continuous improvement through research.
Responsibilities
GPM
is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to assist in the design,
coordination, implementation, and oversight of projects and initiatives within
and for the Department of Global Pediatric Medicine (GPM) and St. Jude Global
(SJG). This pivotal role serves as a section/project team lead for two rapidly
growing units and acts a liaison to other members of GPM and SJG and its
collaborators. This is a unique opportunity to learn new content in many
different disciplines, as well as to develop new programs that will be
implemented around the world.
The
Project Coordinator will be responsible for:
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Facilitating complex projects for the Disease Burden and
Simulation Unit using cutting-edge quantitative data collation, analyses, and
tools for dissemination.
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Supporting the Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Medical Director
on the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of regional
initiatives that engage local teams and international partners to improve
health systems, services, and outcomes for children with cancer.
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Managing communications and building relationships with faculty
and senior leaders from many types of organizations in order to attain project
goals and facilitate productive collaboration.
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Assisting with grant and protocol writing, literature
searching and synthesis, and IRB preparation.
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Developing grant and project budgets; interpreting financial
reports.
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Maintaining and tracking project timelines and deliverables.
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Updating relevant data and project records.
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Managing events and meetings, including logistical support
and materials creation. Participate in internal, or external trainings, as
needed.
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Coordinating written and spoken discussions in live meetings,
presentations, and email/written communications
All candidates must submit a
cover letter to be considered for this position.
Minimum Experience
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Three (3) years of experience and expertise in complex
project management
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Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Outlook
Calendar tools, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
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Fluency in a second language preferred
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Experience in an international setting and with project
management methodologies preferred
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Supervisory and/or team coordinator experience preferred
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Clinical background is preferred, research experience is a
plus
Minimum Education
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Bachelor's degree in public health, epidemiology, or related
field required
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Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, or related
field preferred
Required Credentials
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Three (3) years of complex project management experience,
preferably in health related and resource-limited (low- and middle-income
country) settings
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Must have demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate
multiple projects/work initiatives
Skills and Abilities:
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Familiarity with Microsoft Suite required, basic statistical
software experience preferred.
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Experienced in project management skills, including
demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, to create strategic plans, to
problem-solve, and to analyze new information quickly.
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Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities.
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Strong communication/interpersonal skills are critical.
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Excellent organizational ability and attention to detail.
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Background in public health, or global health practice
environment, is preferred.
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Cultural sensitivity is a must
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Evening and weekend work may be required, position may also
be expected to travel internationally (no more than 30%).
Ready to join a team that stops
at nothing, because we believe anything is possible?
Apply
now at: http://bit.ly/2EvvgB3
St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Jude does not discriminate on
the basis of race, national origin, sex, genetic information, age, religion,
disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, veteran’s
status or disabled veteran’s status with respect to employment
opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered for
employment. St. Jude engages in affirmative action to increase employment
opportunities for minorities, women, veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Preferred Years Of Experience:
3 Year(s)Employment/Position Type:
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