Vice-President of Project Management

Role Description The Vice-President of Project Management at IESP - Instituto de Excelência em Saúde Pública / Nordeste is a full-time, remote role responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic programs and projects across the organization. This position leads project management teams, sets standards and best practices, and ensures alignment of project portfolios with organizational goals in public health and related initiatives. Day-to-day responsibilities include defining project scopes and priorities, managing timelines and budgets, monitoring performance metrics, and mitigating risks to achieve desired outcomes. The Vice-President collaborates with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, provides guidance on resource allocation, and drives continuous improvement in project methodologies, tools, and governance. The role also involves preparing reports and presentations on program progress, mentoring project managers, and fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

Strong analytical skills to interpret data, evaluate program outcomes, and support evidence-based decision-making. Demonstrated experience in program management, including oversight of multiple, complex initiatives and cross-functional coordination. Advanced project management capabilities, with a track record of leading end-to-end project lifecycles and applying structured methodologies. Proficiency in budgeting and financial oversight, ensuring projects and programs are delivered within financial and resource constraints. Expertise in project planning, including defining milestones, timelines, dependencies, and resource needs. Proven leadership experience in senior or executive roles, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop project teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in remote and multicultural environments. Familiarity with public health, healthcare, or nonprofit sectors is highly beneficial. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Relevant certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or equivalent are an advantage.