The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. Looking for Project Manager II at US Air Force Academy, CO  Full Time

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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

HJF is seeking a Project Manager II to drive successful completion of key deliverables and stated objectives for a single project or multiple non-integrated projects.

The HELP Project Manager will support the National Center for Disaster Medicine and Public Health (NCDMPH), a center of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU). This position will predominately support the execution of the Health Emergencies in Large Populations (HELP) course and the position is located at the Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (CFE-DM) in Honolulu, HI. The HELP Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle of the HELP course, which convenes annually in Oahu, HI and aims to enhance professionalism of humanitarian assistance during acute and protracted crisis situations of armed conflict, natural disasters and major disease outbreaks. The HELP course is attended by military and civilian personnel from over 14 different countries in the Indo-Pacific region, and it remains a key component of the US out-reach effort to that important region. In addition to executing the annual HELP course, the project manager will also support other ad-hoc education and training initiatives with NCDMPH and CFE-DM.

Manage all elements of the annual HELP course and support other initiatives as assisgned. Document project scope and plan, confirming objectives, technologies, schedules, milestones and deadlines, funding, and available resources with key stakeholders. Produce and distribute project status reports and documents.
• Communicate and collaborate with others, including but not limited to project team members, management and other key stakeholders about project requirements and objectives.
• Coordinate all stakeholder participation and logistics for both students and presenters.
• Document and evaluate existing processes, procedures and guidelines making recommendations for enhancements and improvements as appropriate. Obtain approval for out-of-scope modifications.
• Oversee the procurement processes for logistical items to include venue, hotel and transportation.
• Monitor project costs incurred. Prepare and maintain project budget and related reports
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly, work well with others, identify and resolve problems, and deliver results as a team
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of a variety of software including but not limited to Microsoft Office and proposal/project tracking software

Work Environment

• This position will initially be a fully remote role while the needed support agreements are completed, but the incumbent will transition to a full-time office location at the CFE-DM in Honolulu, HI.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.