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POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Construction Specialist, Capital Projects provides essential tracking, reporting, and administrative support for all CURE capital projects. This includes compiling financial reports, tracking progress milestones, and maintaining project documentation to ensure effective decision-making. The Capital Projects Specialist will be responsible for cost management, tracking financial activities and producing cash flow forecasts and budget vs actual reports. They will track progress milestones and deadlines. They will utilize project management software to provide regular reports, dashboards and assist the capital projects team in making data-driven decisions. This is remote position on the continent of Africa.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Maintain a standard project management template and keep each project folder up to date.
2. Maintain up to date project budgets and cost reports.
3. Maintain and update GANTT charts and project tracking tools, ensuring accurate reporting on progress milestones and financials.
4. Liaise with the project team to track and report on project timelines, expected completion dates, and outstanding action items.
5. Assist the project team with documentation and filing of reports in a timely manner.
6. Track and report on project concerns, escalating issues to the Project Engineer and Leadership for resolution.
7. Track and reconcile budget vs actuals, working with the finance and accounting teams to ensure alignment on spending.
8. Making recommendations for continuous improvement of team processes and policies to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
9. Data Analysis: Develop and maintain a comprehensive project data repository, including financial data, progress metrics, risk assessments, and performance indicators.
10. Assist in maintaining and applying the framework for evaluating and prioritizing capital projects.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the co-worker for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Co-worker must perform other tasks, duties, and projects as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Experience with financial reporting and variance analysis for capital expenditures.
2. Certifications in one or more aspects of project management.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Project or other project management software (Odoo Project, Asana).
4. Minimum of five (5) years of building construction project experience.
5. Experience in hospital / healthcare construction is preferred.
6. Background check will be required, if shortlisted.
7. Proficient in English: Speech and Written Communication.
8. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. 

CURE International is seeking an experienced and dynamic Internal Audit Manager to lead the establishment, execution, and growth of the internal audit function across its network of hospitals. The Internal Audit Manager will play a pivotal role in enhancing financial transparency, operational efficiency, and compliance within the organization's healthcare facilities. This position requires extensive travel to CURE hospitals to conduct internal audits and build a high-performing internal audit team.

CURE International is a global nonprofit network of children’s hospitals that provide surgical care in a compassionate, gospel-centered environment. Services are provided at no cost to families because of the generosity of donors and partners around the world.

The Internal Audit Manager is a remote position, with ideal candidates being located in one of CURE's countries of operation in Africa. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Internal Audit Function Establishment:
   1. Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit framework, including policies, procedures, and audit methodologies aligned with international best practices.
   2. Collaborate with senior management to define the scope, objectives, and annual audit plan for each hospital in the network.
   3. Design and implement risk assessment processes to identify areas of potential vulnerability and recommend strategies for risk mitigation.
2. Internal Audit Execution:
   1. Lead and conduct on-site audits of CURE International hospitals, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
   2. Evaluate financial controls, operational processes, and adherence to established policies and procedures.
3. Relationship Building and Collaboration:
   1. Establish strong working relationships with hospital management, fostering open communication and cooperation.
   2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure audit findings are effectively addressed and corrective actions are implemented.
   3. Communicate audit results, observations, and recommendations to hospital management and senior leadership in a clear and concise manner.
4. Audit Reporting and Follow-Up:
   1. Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, risks, and recommended actions for improvement.
   2. Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and provide follow-up to ensure issues are resolved effectively.
   3. Collaborate with hospital management to ensure ongoing compliance and process improvements.
5. Travel and Audit Planning:
   1. Develop a travel plan to optimize audit schedules and minimize travel costs while ensuring each hospital is audited at least once every 24 months.
   2. Coordinate audit logistics, including travel arrangements, scheduling, and on-site arrangements.
6. Continuous Improvement:
   1. Stay current with industry best practices, audit standards, and regulatory changes to enhance the effectiveness of the internal audit function.
   2. Continuously improve audit methodologies, tools, and techniques to enhance efficiency and value.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CFE, CPA) is preferred.
2. A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in internal audit, including experience in healthcare or nonprofit organizations.
3. Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk assessment, and control frameworks.
4. Proven leadership experience, including team management and talent development.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a co-worker to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

1. The co-worker must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
2. While performing the duties of this position, the co-worker is required to:
   1. Frequently; sit, use fine finger dexterity, talk, and hear.
   2. Occasionally; stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.

STATEMENT OF FAITH:

All candidates will be required to agree with the Statement of Faith to be considered for this position.

CURE International is seeking an experienced pediatric orthopedic spine surgeon who is interested in playing a critical role in the development of a first-of-its-kind operative spinal program at its hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We are committed to finding the right person for this role; therefore, we will consider qualified candidates interested in either a full-time or part-time, flexible schedule. 

CURE is a faith-based non-profit organization operating a network of eight children’s hospitals throughout Africa and the Philippines. We provide world-class surgical care and intentional spiritual care to children living with treatable disabilities, all of which is free of charge to the patients and their families. 

The pediatric orthopedic spine surgeon will contribute to the important work of transforming the lives of many children who would otherwise face a lifetime of disability, pain and discrimination. We are seeking a missionally-aligned spine specialist who will embrace this unique opportunity and who possesses a desire to train the next generation of spine specialists in Ethiopia. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess patients with musculoskeletal disability, taking and recording a salient history, examination and formulating an appropriate management plan including relevant investigations and surgical or non-operative management.
2. Diagnose and treat spinal disorders, identifying ways to preserve pain-free function through treatment and surgical intervention.
3. Participate in traveling to mobile clinics in different parts of the country as organized by the hospital and assigned to by the head of orthopedics.
4. Treat patients and families with care and respect, adhering to the highest standards of medical ethics.
5. When surgical management is appropriate, undertaking careful consent, clarifying to the patient (where appropriate) and family member the nature of the condition and procedure that is advised, the risks, possible alternatives and nature of anesthesia required.
6. Create pre-operative plans for each surgery, and where necessary, discuss with colleagues the surgical plans.
7. Provide a high standard of surgical care, adhering to the highest standards of sterile operative technique while creating a cohesive team environment centered on safety and quality care.
8. Record each step of patient care in the Electronic Medical Record and/or inpatient paper charts.
9. Recognize complications that arise and respond appropriately, including discussing the event with the Medical Director and reporting it in the quarterly Morbidity and Mortality meetings.
10. Ensure a high level of patient and staff safety is upheld at all times.
11. Participate actively in the training activities of the hospital and willingly engage in quality improvement projects, audit and research.
12. Be instrumental in developing the spine service at CURE Ethiopia that is safe and sustainable with training an integral part of the practice.
13. Actively participate in the development of a Spine training program to include teaching and mentoring of students, residents, and fellows.
14. Collaborate with international institutions to further support the development of a spine program.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Medical degree from a qualified, recognized medical institution.
2. Completed an accredited residency in orthopedic surgery.
3. Completed a pediatric orthopedic fellowship with training in spinal surgery.
4. Current and unrestricted medical license.
5. At least 3 years experience in a private or hospital practice.
6. Moderate ability with the English language required, fluency preferred.
7. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally across cultures and language barriers.
8. Strong interest in teaching and training.