Role Summary
Fio is seeking a Product Manager, based in Kenya, to lead product localization to African markets in support of Fio’s introduction of next generation connected health technology to transform frontline healthcare.
The Product Manager will engage healthcare workers and managers at various levels, technology partners, and global health implementation partners to gather intelligence informing product and market strategies. The Product Manager will translate these strategies into product requirements, planned product releases, and will lead end-user testing to develop winning solutions.
The incumbent must have previous experience working in developing world healthcare settings both in rural and urban environments, be technology savvy, and have a passion for human-centered design.
The incumbent must be accustomed to working autonomously, complemented with regular remote communication with colleagues in other time zones.
The is a fulltime position, based in Kenya, with significant travel in the region and to Nigeria, South Africa, and Fio’s head office in Toronto, Canada.
Accountabilities
Translate product vision into technical specifications
Design and lead research to obtain market information in Africa and other markets as required
Prototype, test, and gather feedback from end-users
Drive user feedback into development process
Determine customers’ needs and desires by specifying research needed to obtain market information.
Build constructive relationships with government stakeholders
Assess competitors’ products in the African market
Collaborate with local and Toronto teams to define local marketing objectives and strategies
Forecast and establish product delivery timelines and drive African and Toronto teams to meet them
Improve Fio’s product offerings by proposing new products or configurations to suit the local markets
Qualifications
Engineering or related degree or equivalent work experience
Experience in health technology
Minimum 7 years’ experience in hands-on design in a corporate or design environment
Minimum 2 years’ experience working in African markets
Minimum 2 years’ leadership experience with experience managing diverse teams
Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills
Results driven and a creative problem solver
Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to use judgement to prioritize, multi task, and meet deadlines
Strong relationship management skills and a team player who can also work independently
‘Roll up your sleeves’ orientation
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