Global Study Leadership - Clinical Project Manager
Nairobi
Posted 18 March, 2026
Deadline 01 April, 2026
Healthcare and MedicalFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
IQVIA is looking for a Global Study Leadership - Clinical Project Manager to be responsible for the delivery and management of clinical studies. The role involves leading core project teams, ensuring project execution per contract while optimizing speed, quality, and cost, and maintaining compliance with standard processes, policies, and procedures (ICH GCP). This position requires a strong blend of project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management: Develop integrated study management plans and lead the execution of clinical studies or assigned portions thereof. Set objectives for core project teams and assess performance.
Strategic Participation: Participate in bid defense presentations in partnership with Business Development and lead presentations for smaller regional studies.
Financial Oversight: Ensure the financial success of projects, including forecasting revenue, identifying opportunities to accelerate activities, and managing the change control process.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Serve as the primary or backup contact for customers and vendors, owning key relationships and managing cross-collaboration between teams.
Risk & Quality Control: Proactively manage risks and contingencies. Identify quality risks and implement corrective and preventative action plans (CAPA) as necessary.
Team Leadership: Build and lead cross-functional teams, support staff development, and mentor less experienced project team members.
Compliance: Ensure all clinical trial activities follow ICH GCP and relevant local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, including at least 1 year of project management experience within a Clinical Research Organization (CRO).
Regulatory Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of clinical trial conduct and skill in applying ICH GCP and relevant local laws/guidelines.
Technical Skills: Broad protocol knowledge; therapeutic knowledge is highly desired.
Professional Insight: Good understanding of the competitive environment and the ability to demonstrate value through IQVIA solutions.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the IQVIA careers page via the following link:
Apply for Clinical Project Manager. This link will direct you to the official IQVIA application portal (jobs.iqvia.com).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to IQVIA on jobs.iqvia.com to apply. Follow the link to submit your application through the official portal.