Program Manager III - NIDHC

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 93,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. is seeking a Program Manager III to oversee a collection of related projects supporting a long-term research initiative in Bethesda, MD.

You will lead project managers and technical staff to ensure alignment with program objectives and manage moderate to high complexity work. The role focuses on coordinating subaward activities, progress monitoring, financial analyses, and collaborations with USU/US government

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in related field.
• Minimum of 9–10 years of experience in program management.
• PM Professional certification (PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a collection of related projects supporting a long-term research initiative.
• Coordinate subaward activities and monitor progress.
• Prepare yearly progress reviews and analyze financial performance.
• Foster collaboration between partners and stakeholders across agencies.

Skills

Budget processes

Interpersonal skills

Planning and scheduling

Written communication

Public health knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Business Administration or Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Proposal tracking

Data analysis software

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Program Manager III to oversee a collection of related/integrated projects that together support a long-term research initiative. This position strategically guides one or more project managers and related technical staff to ensure they are all working effectively toward the program's stated objectives. Typically oversees moderate to highly complex scope of work.

This position will be in support of the National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation (NIDHC), a center of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) in Bethesda, MD. The Program Manager III will support a portfolio of pre-crash care initiatives that focus on prevention and education activities. The incumbent will work closely with our stakeholders at the Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and multiple partners of the Military-Civilian Health Ecosystem. This position focuses on providing administrative project oversight in order to maximize the effective use of project resources. Specific tasks include coordination of subaward activities and progress monitoring, submission of yearly progress reviews, financial performance analysis, and coordination of collaborations between partners and stakeholders.

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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Business Administration or Life Sciences field of study preferred.
• Minimum of 9-10 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of federal budget processes and fundamental principles of project management
• Solid Interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing, build and maintain teams, and identify and resolve problems
• 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, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software
• Ability to guide projects that operate at the intersection of public health, traffic safety law, state regulation, and inter-agency diplomacy.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Licenses and Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

Work Environment

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

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $93,100-$135,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

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.