Manager, Project Delivery, AFGHS

Palladium•Arlington, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Palladium is seeking a Manager, Project Delivery, to support Project AFGHS, a global digital health Fixed Amount Award funded by the United States Department of State Global Health Security and Diplomacy division. The project operates in more than a dozen countries, uses centralized core funding, and delivers quarterly milestones of varying durations. It emphasizes country ownership, accountability, efficiency, measurable results, and global health security, using interoperable digital health ecosystems to support real-time planning, performance management, outbreak intelligence, and faster public health responses. The Manager is part of the Project Management Unit and is responsible for managing and delivering specific activity buy-ins. The role provides financial and compliance oversight to ensure work is delivered in accordance with contractual obligations, company policies, local country settings, and client rules and regulations. Responsibilities span project delivery, financial management, human resources and recruitment, and contract and client relationship management. The position is based in Palladium’s Arlington, Virginia office, with a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days from home. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is unavailable. The role has an expected end date of October 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension if additional client funding is available and performance is excellent. An employment agreement cannot be issued until the award is signed. The expected base salary range is $96,000–$100,000, with the final offer depending on factors including qualifications, education, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and organizational needs. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and the role may close when a suitable candidate is found.

Requirements

At least 5 years of demonstrated experience working on donor-funded or international development programs, with exposure to multi-country operations and partner coordination.
Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, including client regulations, company policies, and audit requirements.
Experience overseeing contracts, grants, and partner agreements, including amendments and approval processes.
Ability to coordinate across project teams, corporate services, clients, and compliance functions.
Experience supporting or leading recruitment, onboarding, and management of project staff, including supervision of junior team members.
Demonstrated experience managing project risks, performance tracking, and client reporting against deliverables and milestones.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to train and coach staff.
Strong time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to work with a low level of supervision and as part of a team when required.
Ability to travel and work in developing countries for extended periods if needed.
Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day delivery of the project’s Fixed Amount Award and act as a link between implementation teams, project leadership, corporate services, compliance functions, and Francophone country teams.
Manage project planning, procurement, subcontracting, grants, reporting, and operational processes to support efficient, compliant delivery against workplans and contractual requirements.
Perform day-to-day responsibilities aligned with project milestones and ensure timely support and responsiveness to field staff.
Oversee budgets, forecasts, invoicing, partner expenditures, cash flow, approvals, and audit-ready records.
Manage the full project finance cycle, including monthly reporting, forecasting, budget tracking, and expense reconciliation.
Manage milestone budgets and actuals, keep spending within budget ceilings, and oversee cost-to-earn tracking and invoice readiness with Accounts Receivable.
Monitor financial performance against workplans and forecasts, addressing variances, shortages, and overspending proactively.
Oversee financial controls, including funds transfers, cashbooks, invoices, partner expenditures, and approval processes.
Support budget development, cost-share tracking, bank account setup, and coordination with partners and service providers.
Ensure compliance with company policies, client regulations, delegated authority requirements, and audit and record-retention standards.
Lead workforce planning, recruitment, and contracting in coordination with field teams and internal HR, compliance, and talent functions.
Maintain accurate HR data and oversee staff mobilization, demobilization, contracting, and international personnel travel.
Supervise and develop junior project delivery staff through coaching, feedback, and ongoing performance support.
Support onboarding and training so team members understand project processes, tools, policies, and company culture.
Manage contract compliance, amendments, and approval actions to align delivery with prime agreement requirements.
Liaise with Contracts and Compliance, clients, and project leadership on reporting, commitments, and contractual matters.
Track project progress against targets and milestones, support client engagement and stakeholder advocacy, and contribute to business development and Palladium’s reputation.
Monitor project risks, contracts, client communications, and overall performance, and provide operational compliance oversight.
Complete timesheets daily; respond to technical staff procurement requests on the day received; execute procurement documents immediately and communicate delays exceeding two days to the supervisor.