Jhpiego
is a nonprofit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University
affiliate that is saving lives, improving health and transforming
futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local
communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier
future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and
practice into moments of care that can mean the difference between life
and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the
moment a midwife helps a newborn to breath. Through our partnerships, we
are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and
vulnerable people.
In India, Jhpiego works across various
states in close collaboration with national and state governments,
providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal
and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and
non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by USAID, Takeda
Pharmaceutical Company Limited, UNICEF, World Health Organization,
University of Manitoba, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Children’s
Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), MSD for Mothers and other.
Under
the MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership: India-Yash, Jhpiego is
hiring for Manager-FP innovation based at Delhi. The position will be
responsible for providing technical and functional support across
projects focused on family planning and reproductive health to early
adolescents 10–14 years & young people 15–29 years with a focus on
socio-economic categories C, D and E (the three lowest quintiles) in
rural and urban geographies of India.
Responsibilities of Manager- FP Innovation
•
Work closely with Senior Advisor FP in contributing actively in the
process of development of technical updates, preparing materials like
learning resource package and manage all project activities •
Provide managerial support into all project activities, while ensuring
overall timeline and technical quality of Jhpiego processes and
products. • Work closely with the technical and state leads on the project and ensure smooth functioning of the project •
Identify and manage external partnerships, consultants and resources to
ensure they achieve defined milestones on time and adding value to
MCGL/ Jhpiegos’ investment • Assist with analytical work, preparation of documents, reports and presentations for internal and external use, as needed • Remain updated on relevant technical subjects, Jhpiego standards and guidelines and national policies • Travel within India in support of activity implementation and mentoring, as needed. • Perform other duties, as and when assigned by the supervisor
Abilities/Skills: •
Experience and demonstrated ability in working with government’s
Reproductive Health and Child Health programs, counterparts, and
systems. • Technical proficiency with current clinical skills required for the relevant clinical and programmatic areas. • Proficiency in writing technical and programmatic documents such as training materials and reports. • Strong oral and written communication skills along including drafting of vision documents and reports. • Ability to develop productive working relationships with a variety of team members in multiple locations. • Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines. • Ability to multitask and work in a multi-cultural team. • Willingness and flexibility to work on a wide range of tasks. • Microsoft Office computer skills, proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Ability to travel extensively up to 50–60% of his/her time.
Qualifications/Knowledge:
• MBBS/Doctor of Medicine (MD)/ Master in Public Health is desirable • Desirable Experience of 7 years and above with at least 2 years of managing staff. • Sound knowledge in managing FP programs in the past •
Experience in managing large scale programs in Family
Planning/Reproductive Health with multistakeholders will be an added
advantage. • Familiarity with the Indian health system, key
stakeholders and relevant government policies/strategies particularly
National Health Mission
Jhpiego offers highly dynamic and
enabling work environment and provides competitive compensation based
on experience and background. Interested candidates should submit their
application at indiahr@jhpiego.org with a covering note.
Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR