Pharmaceutical Project Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to act as our on-the-ground representative in Uganda, driving the implementation of pharmaceutical cooperation programme.

Job Description

1. Project Management & Coordination

l Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and develop a comprehensive project management plan covering development, registration and manufacturing workstreams.

l Assemble and manage cross-functional teams including R&D, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing stakeholders across multiple parties.

l Create and manage project schedules, timelines and milestones, furnishing periodic progress reports to senior management.

l Establish and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation across development and registration activities.

l Identify, assess and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as needed.

2. Regulatory & Government Liaison

l Ensure projects comply with GMP, NDA and other applicable regulatory requirements.

l Coordinate the preparation of regulatory dossiers, submissions and responses to regulator queries.

l Maintain up-to-date knowledge of NDA guidelines on Marketing Authorisation, GMP inspection and pharmacovigilance requirements.

3. Partner & Stakeholder Management

l Ensure effective communication among all stakeholders, including senior management, project sponsors and external partners.

l Coordinate technical workshops, feasibility reviews and commercial negotiations between partners.

l Manage confidentiality agreements, technical information exchange and intellectual property protection protocols.