Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - HIS Job Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia The HIS Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering Hospital Information System (HIS) projects across the organization. This includes managing end-to-end implementation, system integration, stakeholder alignment, and ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining compliance with healthcare standards. Key Responsibilities 1. Project Planning & Execution • Lead end-to-end HIS implementation project with associated integration (EMR, EHR, QMS, IVR etc) • Define scope, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders • Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and milestones • Ensure adherence to project governance, methodologies, and PMO standards 2. Stakeholder Management • Act as the primary point of contact between business, clinical teams, vendors, and TIDES • Manage communication with senior leadership and executive stakeholders • Ensure alignment with healthcare operations, regulatory requirements, and business objectives 3. Vendor & Partner Management • Coordinate with HIS vendors and third-party providers • Manage contracts, deliverables, SLAs, and performance tracking • Ensure vendor compliance with agreed scope and timelines 4. System Integration & Interoperability • Oversee integrations between HIS and external/internal systems (ERP, CRM, insurance, labs, radiology systems, etc.) • Ensure HL7/FHIR standards and interoperability frameworks are implemented • Collaborate with integration teams for API specifications and system connectivity 5. Risk & Issue Management • Identify project risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans • Track issues and escalate where required • Ensure timely resolution to prevent delays 7. Change Management, Testing & Quality Assurance • Drive change management initiatives across clinical and non-clinical users • Oversee SIT, UAT, and go-live readiness activities • Ensure system meets functional and regulatory requirements • Validate data migration and system performance 8. Reporting & Governance • Provide regular status reports (progress, risks, KPIs) • Conduct steering committee updates • Ensure project documentation is maintained accurately Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Healthcare Informatics, or related field (Master’s preferred) • PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification preferred • 7–12+ years of project management experience • 3–5+ years specifically in HIS / healthcare IT projects Technical Skills • Strong understanding of any one HIS platforms (Cerner, Epic, InterSystems, Oracle Health, etc.) • Knowledge of healthcare workflows (clinical, billing, insurance) • Experience with: o HL7, FHIR standards o API integration o Data migration strategies o System interoperability Preferred Experience • Experience in hospital or multi-facility implementations • Exposure to digital transformation programs • Experience working within regulatory healthcare environments (e.g., NPHIES, HIMSS standards) Show more Show less