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Oxford Policy Management

<div>
 <strong>
  Overview
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The
 <strong>
  Project Management
 </strong>
 team at Oxford Policy Management is currently seeking a
 <strong>
  Project Administrator
 </strong>
 on a
 <strong>
  6 month fixed-term
 </strong>
 basis.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The position will be located in our
 <strong>
  Islamabad, Pakistan
 </strong>
 office.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We are an international development consultancy working to improve lives through sustainable policy change in low- and middle-income countries. Our vision is for fair public policy that benefits both people and the planet.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Through our global network of offices, we work in partnership with national stakeholders and decision makers to research, design, implement and evaluate impactful public policy. We draw on our local and international sector experts to provide the very best evidence-based support. We deliver projects with expert knowledge and experience, and can be relied upon for excellence in all aspects of project delivery. We work collaboratively, with ambition, to help deliver impactful public policy that will bring about lasting change.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Position Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 OPM is a global organization whose mission is to work for a fairer world. Fundamental to this is delivering successful projects, meeting our end clients&rsquo; needs and our own internal commitments. OPM is keen to further develop the &lsquo;fit-for-purpose&rsquo; Project Management capability needed to deliver consistently successful projects regardless of size or complexity.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The Project Administrator will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the project across the lifecycle, through delivery and closedown . The Project Administrator provides support to ensure that projects are delivered to contract and on budget, whilst meeting OPM&rsquo;s professional standards/frameworks, client requirements, relevant industry regulations and ensuring effective governance.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Key Primary R Esponsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Project Administrator supports the project with administration, co-ordination, planning and control of the project , including :
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Scope and Schedule Management
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Support baseline change requests as required
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Project Execution and Control
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Support project start up in line with OPM&rsquo;s policies and processes .
  </li>
  <li>
   Support appropriate review and sign off for both supplier , sub- contractor and client contracts
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide information for data collection, analysis and reports as requested
  </li>
  <li>
   Communicate and highlight project process compliance issues as appropriate
  </li>
  <li>
   Support the maintenance of project information data (file structures, document control, system data and archives)
  </li>
  <li>
   Support project gates / boards and reviews at appropriate times in the project lifecycle
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide information for project audit s as required
  </li>
  <li>
   Support project closedown in line with OPM&rsquo;s policies and processes
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide logistical support, including reviewing security requirements, arranging flights &amp; hotels, transfers and any other transport that may be required given security needs, support visa applications where appropriate
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist with the coordination of project events
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Risk and Issue Management
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Work with the PM to update the risk register
  </li>
  <li>
   Capture mitigation actions , contingency plans, and close items when concluded
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Finance and cost control management
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Assist with providing financial data for forecasting
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with Accounts Payable to p rocess project purchases and costs in line with OPM&rsquo;s policies and client requirements
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Resource and people management
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Provide effective communication to the project teams, internal and external stakeholders, partners, suppliers and customers
  </li>
  <li>
   Support the negotiation and contracting for the provision of goods and/or services &ndash; drafting and tracking contracts and m onitoring compliance
  </li>
  <li>
   Liaise with stakeholders from across the project, supporting the Project Manager with any operational project queries
  </li>
  <li>
   Support suppliers with OPMs procedures and docume nt s as required
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Professional Knowledge
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Key Qualifications / Experience / Skills / Behaviours
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Knowledge and experience of the international development business would be desirable
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Project Delivery Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Some previous experience of successfully supporting low complexity/risk projects, across part or the full lifecycle
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated administrative skills with experience on systems, process and tools
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Technical Skills
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   High levels of numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong written skills
  </li>
  <li>
   MS office proficiency (experience with MS Dynamics advantageous )
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Attributes
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Well organized and efficient, able to multi-task
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  </li>
  <li>
   Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels
  </li>
  <li>
   Enthusiasm, persistence, presence and self-motivation
  </li>
  <li>
   Solutions focused with excellent attention to detail
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Behavioral Capabilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Problem solver: Curious about and energized by solving problems. Focuses on continuous improvement and the learning that comes from this, and encourages same approach in others
  </li>
  <li>
   Impact &amp; Delivery oriented: proactive can-do attitude. Balances multiple priorities by effective planning and delegating whilst retaining accountability to deliver to deadlines
  </li>
  <li>
   Inspiring: Demonstrates belief, energy and passion for achieving goals. Resilient and positive when faced with challenges and setbacks. Cares about those they work with.
  </li>
  <li>
   Judgement: Comfortable to make clear decisions, uses knowledge - own and others &ndash; to form options before choosing best approach
  </li>
  <li>
   Communication: Active listener, clear in expressing ideas and requirements. Responsive to the input of others and encourages inclusive dialogue
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborative: Works collaboratively and effectively with others to achieve common goals within immediate and wider teams, as well as across external networks and clients/donor
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Our Offer
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   We enable colleagues&rsquo; capacity to grow professionally through enhanced learning resources, opportunities to work cross functionally, and space to engage with a range of internal and external industry events.
  </li>
  <li>
   Our non-hierarchical culture values support, collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and a rich diversity of perspectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   We provide an exceptionally generous annual leave entitlement and a hybrid working model to encourage and enable healthy work/life balance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Wellbeing resources including a global Employee Assistance Program and access to the UnMind app.
  </li>
  <li>
   Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 We are strengthened by the diversity of colleagues across our global business and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Our recruitment practices reflect our ambition to make the international development sector more inclusive and firm belief that our work delivers the best outcomes when we actively include a diversity of perspectives and experiences.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Application
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 If you share our vision for fair public policy that benefits both people and planet, we would love to hear from you.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Please submit your application through our careers&rsquo; site by the closing date OR We review and interview applicants on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply by way of CV via our careers site at the earliest.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We may close this advertisement before the published closing date, should a suitable candidate be identified.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role and candidates must have a pre-existing right to work in
 <strong>
  country
 </strong>
 for their application to be considered.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Oxford Policy Management is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of the business. Should you require adjustments to make the application process more accessible please inform us through completing this form or scan the QR code below.
</div>


Project Administrator

<div>Overview:
<div>
The <b>Project Management </b>team at Oxford Policy Management is currently seeking a <b>Project Administrator</b> on a <b>6 month fixed-term</b> basis.</div><div><br>
</div><div>The position will be located in our <b>Islamabad, Pakistan</b> office.</div><div></div><div><br>
We are an international development consultancy working to improve lives through sustainable policy change in low- and middle-income countries. Our vision is for fair public policy that benefits both people and the planet.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Through our global network of offices, we work in partnership with national stakeholders and decision makers to research, design, implement and evaluate impactful public policy. We draw on our local and international sector experts to provide the very best evidence-based support. We deliver projects with expert knowledge and experience, and can be relied upon for excellence in all aspects of project delivery. We work collaboratively, with ambition, to help deliver impactful public policy that will bring about lasting change.</div>
Position Summary:
<div>
OPM is a global organization whose mission is to work for a fairer world. Fundamental to this is delivering successful projects, meeting our end clients&rsquo; needs and our own internal commitments. OPM is keen to further develop the &lsquo;fit-for-purpose&rsquo; Project Management capability needed to deliver consistently successful projects regardless of size or complexity.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Project Administrator will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the project across the lifecycle, through delivery and closedown. The Project Administrator provides support to ensure that projects are delivered to contract and on budget, whilst meeting OPM&rsquo;s professional standards/frameworks, client requirements, relevant industry regulations and ensuring effective governance.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key </b><b>Primary</b><b> R</b><b>esponsibilities</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Project Administrator supports the project with administration, co-ordination, planning and control of the project, including:</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Scope and Schedule Management</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Support baseline change requests as required</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Project Execution and Control</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Support project start up in line with OPM&rsquo;s policies and processes.</li><li>
Support appropriate review and sign off for both supplier, sub-contractor and client contracts</li><li>
Provide information for data collection, analysis and reports as requested</li><li>
Communicate and highlight project process compliance issues as appropriate</li><li>
Support the maintenance of project information data (file structures, document control, system data and archives)</li><li>
Support project gates / boards and reviews at appropriate times in the project lifecycle</li><li>
Provide information for project audits as required</li><li>
Support project closedown in line with OPM&rsquo;s policies and processes</li><li>
Provide logistical support, including reviewing security requirements, arranging flights &amp; hotels, transfers and any other transport that may be required given security needs, support visa applications where appropriate</li><li>
Assist with the coordination of project events</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Risk and Issue Management</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Work with the PM to update the risk register</li><li>
Capture mitigation actions, contingency plans, and close items when concluded</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Finance and cost control management</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Assist with providing financial data for forecasting</li><li>
Collaborate with Accounts Payable to process project purchases and costs in line with OPM&rsquo;s policies and client requirements</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Resource and people management</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Provide effective communication to the project teams, internal and external stakeholders, partners, suppliers and customers</li><li>
Support the negotiation and contracting for the provision of goods and/or services &ndash; drafting and tracking contracts and monitoring compliance</li><li>
Liaise with stakeholders from across the project, supporting the Project Manager with any operational project queries</li><li>
Support suppliers with OPMs procedures and documents as required</li></ul>
Key Qualifications / Experience / Skills / Behaviours:
<div><b>
Professional knowledge</b>:</div><ul><li>
Knowledge and experience of the international development business would be desirable</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Project delivery experience</b>:</div><ul><li>
Some previous experience of successfully supporting low complexity/risk projects, across part or the full lifecycle</li><li>
Demonstrated administrative skills with experience on systems, process and tools</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Technical Skills</b></div><ul><li>
High levels of numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>
Strong written skills</li><li>
MS office proficiency (experience with MS Dynamics advantageous)</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Attributes:</b></div><ul><li>
Well organized and efficient, able to multi-task</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>
Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels</li><li>
Enthusiasm, persistence, presence and self-motivation</li><li>
Solutions focused with excellent attention to detail</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Behavioral capabilities:</b></div><ul><li><b>
Problem solver: </b>Curious about and energized by solving problems. Focuses on continuous improvement and the learning that comes from this, and encourages same approach in others</li><li><b>
Impact &amp; Delivery oriented: </b>proactive can-do attitude. Balances multiple priorities by effective planning and delegating whilst retaining accountability to deliver to deadlines</li><li><b>
Inspiring: </b>Demonstrates belief, energy and passion for achieving goals. Resilient and positive when faced with challenges and setbacks. Cares about those they work with.</li><li><b>
Judgement: </b>Comfortable to make clear decisions, uses knowledge - own and others &ndash; to form options before choosing best approach</li><li><b>
Communication: </b>Active listener, clear in expressing ideas and requirements. Responsive to the input of others and encourages inclusive dialogue</li><li><b>
Collaborative: </b>Works collaboratively and effectively with others to achieve common goals within immediate and wider teams, as well as across external networks and clients/donor</li></ul>
Our Offer:
<ul><li>We enable colleagues&rsquo; capacity to grow professionally through enhanced learning resources, opportunities to work cross functionally, and space to engage with a range of internal and external industry events.</li><li>
Our non-hierarchical culture values support, collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and a rich diversity of perspectives.</li><li>
We provide an exceptionally generous annual leave entitlement and a hybrid working model to encourage and enable healthy work/life balance.</li><li>
Wellbeing resources including a global Employee Assistance Program and access to the UnMind app.</li><li>
Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme.</li></ul><div>
We are strengthened by the diversity of colleagues across our global business and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Our recruitment practices reflect our ambition to make the international development sector more inclusive and firm belief that our work delivers the best outcomes when we actively include a diversity of perspectives and experiences.</div>
Application:
<div>
If you share our vision for fair public policy that benefits both people and planet, we would love to hear from you.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Please submit your application through our careers&rsquo; site by the closing date OR We review and interview applicants on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply by way of CV via our careers site at the earliest.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We may close this advertisement before the published closing date, should a suitable candidate be identified.</div><div></div><div><br>
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role and candidates must have a pre-existing right to work in <b>country</b> for their application to be considered.</div><div></div><div><br>
Oxford Policy Management is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of the business. Should you require adjustments to make the application process more accessible please inform us through completing this form or scan the QR code below.</div></div><div></div>

<div><div><div><div><b>Posted date</b></div> <div>1st October, 2025</div> <div><b>Last date to apply</b></div> <div>6th November, 2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Country</b></div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div><b>Locations</b></div> <div>Islamabad</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>Health Care
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Type</b></div> <div>Consultancy</div> <div><b>Position</b></div> <div>1</div></div></div></div><div></div>
<br><p></p><div><div><b>Job Title:</b> Programme Coordinator
<br>
<b>Location:</b> Islamabad<br>
<b>Reports To:</b> Team Lead GFA Programme<br>
<b>Contract Type:</b> Consultancy<br>
<b>Project:</b> Global fund accelerator (GFA) programme: Strengthening Health Systems in Pakistan through GHIs and the Lusaka Agenda<br>
Objective of the Programme<br>
The goal of GFA programme is to shift from donor-driven vertical programming to a sustainable, integrated, and government-led health system aligned with Pakistan&rsquo;s universal health coverage (UHC) roadmap and the Lusaka agenda. The programme delivers targeted technical assistance (TA) across seven interlinked workstreams aimed at improving governance, financial transparency, service integration, and health system accountability.<br>
<b>Job Summary</b><br>
The Coordinator is a mid-senior technical professional with experience in programme delivery, primary health care, and health financing. The role balances three functions: (i) programme management&mdash;ensuring milestones, budgets, and reporting are met; (ii) technical leadership&mdash;contributing to PHC integration design, ATM costing, and fiscal alignment; and (iii) coordination&mdash;acting as deputy to the Team Lead and bridging between federal outputs, provincial teams, and the STTA pool<br>
<b>Key Responsibilities</b><br>
<b>Programme Delivery and Coordination</b><br>
<ul><li>Develop, update, and monitor detailed workplans and deliverables tracking across the TA&rsquo;s six domains.</li><li>Supervise the Senior RA and RA, ensuring data collection, analysis, and reporting workflows are aligned with deadlines.</li><li>Convene regular federal&ndash;provincial coordination calls, ensuring provincial advisors and RAs are aligned with federal templates and reporting standards.</li><li>Maintain consolidated risk and issues registers, escalating critical bottlenecks to the Team Lead.</li><li>Deputise for the Team Lead at stakeholder meetings, donor reviews, and JPRM sessions when required.</li></ul><b>
Technical Contributions &ndash; Public Health / PHC Integration</b><br>
<ul><li>Provide inputs to the institutional and operational diagnostics, ensuring ATM functions are mapped against PHC service pathways and facility realities.</li><li>Contribute to the design of EPHS-linked ATM packages (BHU, BHU-Plus, RHC), ensuring cost and staffing assumptions reflect epidemiological and service delivery realities.</li><li>Review provincial costing outputs for consistency with federal fiscal space parameters and advise on adjustments.</li></ul><b>
Technical Contributions &ndash; Fiscal &amp; Governance Linkages</b><br>
<ul><li>Work with the PFM and Health Financing Specialists to ensure provincial costing outputs feed into fiscal space modelling and co-financing matrices.</li><li>Provide technical review of Chart of Accounts tagging, cost-centre design, and IFMIS reconciliation templates from a service delivery perspective.</li><li>Ensure governance reforms (CCM by-laws, CMU evolution) are translated into practical reporting and coordination protocols with provinces.</li></ul><b>
Evidence and Communication</b><br>
<ul><li>Draft technical briefs and talking points for M/o NHSR&amp;C and government officials that link governance reforms to service outcomes.</li><li>Ensure lessons learned from provincial pilots are captured in the Business &amp; Investment Plan and Provincial Blueprints.</li></ul><b>
Required Qualifications and Experience:</b><br>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in public health, Health Policy, Health Economics, or related field.</li><li>Minimum 8 years&rsquo; experience in health systems strengthening, with at least 3 in PHC/ATM programming.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder programmes with provincial/federal coordination.</li><li>Experience with costing EPHS packages, fiscal space analysis inputs, or donor transition planning strongly preferred.</li><li>Proven ability to synthesise technical and management responsibilities; prior deputy or coordinator role experience an advantage.</li></ul></div></div><p></p>

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