Part time Product Manager for MAGIC Evidence Ecosystem Foundation on a 12-month fixed term

Location: Oslo, Norway 

Contract: 12-month fixed term (with potential for extension depending on funding) 

Working hours: we will consider applicants wanting to work 3, 4 or 5 days per week. 

Organization: MAGIC Evidence Ecosystem Foundation 

About the MAGIC Evidence Ecosystem Foundation 

The MAGIC Evidence Ecosystem Foundation (MAGIC) is an independent, non-profit organization based in Oslo, Norway. We work to improve the creation, dissemination, and implementation of trustworthy health evidence and guidelines worldwide. Through innovation, collaboration, and technology, MAGIC supports the global community in advancing evidence-informed healthcare and policy decisions. 

Role Overview 

MAGIC is seeking an experienced and motivated Product Manager to lead some new projects that involve both product and project management skills.  This will include working on a new website portal, and associated learning resources.   

This is a 12-month fixed-term position funded through project-based funding, with opportunities to contribute to other MAGIC product and project management activities as time allows. 

The successful candidate will work closely with an international, multidisciplinary team—including colleagues and partners in Europe, the United States, and Canada—and should be comfortable working flexibly across time zones to ensure effective collaboration. The position is based in Oslo, with a hybrid and collaborative work environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Product Management 

• Lead the product discovery process for the guideline portal / website and learning resource, including gathering and documenting requirements, defining user stories, and maintaining a clear product backlog. 

• Conduct user interviews, workshops, and usability testing to ensure that design and functionality meet user needs. 

• Collaborate with designers and developers to translate requirements into high-quality, user-centered digital products. 

• Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and manage iteration based on feedback. 
   

Project Management 

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for both the website and e-learning development projects. 

• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including technical teams, partners, and subject matter experts. 

• Monitor project progress and risks, ensuring deliverables are on time, on scope, and on budget. 

• Maintain transparent communication and reporting to MAGIC leadership and funders. 

• Support the dissemination and evaluation of project outcomes. 

Cross-MAGIC Engagement 

• Contribute to other MAGIC projects, including digital product innovation, process improvement, and platform development as time allows. 

• Participate in internal planning, prioritization, and product governance processes. 

Qualifications and Experience 

Essential: 

• Experience in product management and project management, ideally in digital health, education, or research settings. 

• Proven experience leading end-to-end digital product development, including requirements gathering, user research, UAT, and iterative improvement. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from concept to delivery. 

• Strong understanding of agile and human-centered design principles. 

• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Fluent in English (spoken and written). 

• Ability and willingness to work flexibly across international time zones. 

Desirable: 

• Familiarity with evidence-based medicine, guideline development, or healthcare systems. 

• Experience managing web and e-learning projects or working with digital learning platforms. 

• Experience in non-profit, academic, or public-sector contexts. 

• Working knowledge of UX/UI principles and accessibility standards. 
   

Personal Attributes 

• Proactive, structured, and adaptable, with strong attention to detail. 

• Empathetic and user-focused, with the ability to translate complex needs into clear, actionable requirements. 

• Confident facilitator who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. 

• Comfortable collaborating across time zones and cultures in an international team. 

• Enthusiastic about evidence-based healthcare and digital innovation for public good. 

What We Offer 

• A meaningful opportunity to contribute to improving global health through evidence and innovation. 

• Flexible, hybrid work environment (office in Oslo). 

• Supportive and international team culture. 

• Potential for contract extension depending on project success and funding. 

How to Apply 

Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation to chris@magicevidence.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

MAGIC is a non-profit foundation. Our vision is to increase value and reduce waste in healthcare through a digital and trustworthy evidence ecosystem.