Join our integral team dedicated to innovation and initiative, where physical walls and different time zones don’t limit, but encourage, collaboration. THE SENIOR MANAGER, STRATEGIC INITIATIVES ROLE
The Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives in the PMO provides strategic leadership and oversight for Alira Health’s Project Management Office as well as related corporate initiatives. This individual ensures the delivery of high-impact projects and M&A; integrations aligned with corporate strategy, while driving operational excellence and process improvement. This role serves as a bridge between the COO and the project teams, contributing to both execution and operational governance. Thus, it requires strong experience in cross‑functional team leadership, project portfolio management, and collaboration with senior leadership. The Senior Manager, PMO is a key player in advancing Alira Health’s operational strategy and delivering transformative projects.
Operations Financial Performance: Support the COO in overseeing operational budgets for corporate projects, ensuring alignment with financial targets and strategic priorities. Track and analyze project‑level financial performance, providing regular updates on cost, resource allocation, and potential risks. Monitor operational KPIs tied to project delivery and PMO effectiveness.
Strategy Execution and Project Portfolio Management: Collaborate with the COO and senior leadership to break down strategic goals into manageable operational plans. Lead the implementation of large‑scale corporate initiatives within the PMO Project Portfolio, ensuring alignment with Alira Health’s strategic objectives. Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to integrate M&A; initiatives and operational improvements into the company’s broader strategy.




Implement and oversee governance frameworks for project execution, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and clear decision‑making processes. Partner with global operational leaders to standardize project management practices across offices. Drive compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance standards for all corporate projects.
Client Governance: Assist in designing and implementing client governance frameworks to improve alignment between business operations and client needs. Collaborate with operations teams to monitor and enhance client satisfaction through effective project delivery.
Stakeholder and Communication Management: Act as a key liaison between the PMO, COO, and other senior leaders, ensuring clarity in communication around strategic goals and project status. Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and dashboards that provide insights into project performance and operational efficiency. Define and oversee the professional development pathways for PMO team members, promoting career growth and cross‑functional collaboration.
Process Optimization, and Innovation: Lead initiatives to enhance PMO processes and methodologies, leveraging best practices from lean and agile frameworks. Oversee the portfolio of projects managed by the PMO, ensuring they align with Alira Health’s strategic priorities and deliver measurable outcomes. Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business,



Healthcare, Finance, or Life Sciences.
~6-7+ years of project management experience, including 3+ years leading cross‑functional project teams in a global environment.
~ Proven track record in overseeing large‑scale operational projects and initiatives.
~ Strong expertise in strategic planning, process optimization, and portfolio management.
~ Experience working directly with senior leadership, including COO or C‑suite executives.
~ Expertise in project portfolio management tools and methodologies. Proficiency in financial performance tracking and operational KPI analysis. Strong capabilities in reporting and performance monitoring systems. Advanced proficiency in standard AI tools and experience incorporating AI tools into tasks, projects, and general management workflows. Proven ability to redesign business processes by combining domain expertise, automation, and generative AI technologies, with a focus on reducing manual effort, improving scalability, and increasing the leverage of senior professionals.
Languages English Education
Bachelor of Science (BS): Business Administration/Management
Bachelor of Science (BS): Finance
Bachelor of Science (BS): Health Administration
Bachelor of Science (BS): Life Sciences
Contract Type: Regular
Alira Health is a global advisory firm providing consulting and research and clinical development services whose mission is to humanize healthcare and life sciences, in partnership with patients, through innovative technologies and expert guidance.
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