Job Description
The MNCH Technical Advisor will offer specialized technical expertise for a multi-country, multi-million-dollar initiative operational in Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Senegal, and Ghana. This project is designed to enhance the adoption and utilization of critical lifesaving interventions for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of pre-eclampsia and maternal anemia—conditions that significantly contribute to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in resource-constrained environments.
This position will deliver specialized technical leadership in maternal, newborn, and child health, encompassing the development of project interventions, implementation research, quality of care frameworks, and quality assurance systems. The Advisor will integrate MNCH clinical care models and critical technical considerations into the planning, adaptation, implementation, and assessment of care delivery models across all project countries.
The MNCH Technical Advisor will collaborate extensively with the Program Manager, MERL Manager, Consortium partners, country teams, and Unities to ensure cohesive implementation of project objectives.
Responsibilities include overseeing key operational tasks, managing team performance, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and strong leadership capabilities. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to company policies, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality. Proficiency in relevant software and tools, as well as compliance with industry regulations, are essential. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, adaptability to changing priorities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
We are seeking a seasoned technical leader to provide strategic direction and mentor teams toward achieving complex engineering objectives. This role requires an individual with extensive experience in software development or systems architecture, coupled with a proven ability to guide cross-functional teams through innovation and high-impact projects. The successful candidate will oversee technical decision-making, foster collaboration across departments, and ensure alignment with organizational goals while maintaining scalable and efficient solutions. Additionally, they will drive process improvements, champion best practices, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire teams while influencing stakeholders at all levels are essential.
Offer specialized technical guidance and leadership in maternal and newborn health, encompassing global and consortium standards, evidence-based protocols, and best practices.
Lead the development and execution of person-centered models of care for maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) services, specifically addressing pre-eclampsia and maternal anemia.
Contribute expert technical insights to the development of products and services focused on pre-eclampsia and maternal anemia, encompassing both diagnostic solutions and therapeutic intervention pathways.
Facilitate the implementation of forward-thinking service delivery models such as group antenatal care, midwifery-led care structures, integrated care networks, and streamlined referral pathways to enhance patient-centered outcomes.
Ensure that MNCH clinical models of care and technical clinical considerations are comprehensively integrated into the design, adaptation, implementation, and evaluation phases of projects across all countries.
Assist country teams in adapting global and national Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) clinical guidance to practical, locally tailored service delivery models.
Offer expert technical direction to ensure implementation research initiatives align with established MNCH clinical best practices, encompassing ANC pathways, referral frameworks, diagnostic procedures, treatment protocols, follow-up care, respectful maternity care, and continuity of care.
Collaborate with country-specific teams to develop, customize, implement, and enhance clinical care models for pre-eclampsia and maternal anemia, establishing well-defined clinical pathways, provider responsibilities, quality benchmarks, and patient-centered care principles.
Develop and implement frameworks to ensure high standards of care, while establishing robust mechanisms to support quality assurance in all project countries.
Deliver expert technical support to strengthen health system prerequisites, address workforce demands, assess facility preparedness, and optimize service delivery frameworks essential for the effective provision of MNCH products and services.
Offer specialized technical expertise in Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) to contribute to the design of implementation research protocols, the development of data collection tools, and the formulation of key learning questions. Additionally, provide guidance on data collection methodologies, the analysis and interpretation of findings, and the adaptation of interventions based on research outcomes.
Collaborate closely with the MERL Manager to enhance MNCH indicators, quality-of-care metrics, and implementation outcomes, ensuring alignment with established global frameworks, including EWEN metrics.
Drive community demand for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) services by fostering engagement and strengthening connections with high-quality service delivery and referral systems.
Analyze MNCH implementation bottlenecks, clinical quality gaps, and health system constraints, then assist country teams in leveraging data for informed learning, targeted course correction, and sustained quality improvement initiatives.
To uphold alignment with both national and global Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) agendas, as well as national guidelines, clinical standards, and best practices.
Analyze and contribute technical expertise to project plans, documentation, and final outputs to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
The role involves overseeing country-specific strategies and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to drive business growth. This includes developing tailored plans for each market, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align objectives. Key responsibilities encompass identifying opportunities, mitigating risks, and maintaining long-term partnerships with clients, partners, and internal teams. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in business, international relations, or a related field, along with 5+ years of experience in relationship management or a similar role. Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills are essential, alongside proficiency in multiple languages and cultural awareness.
Offer pragmatic MNCH technical guidance to cross-border teams, maintaining alignment with foundational clinical protocols while accommodating localized modifications.
Collaborate with country teams to ensure alignment between implementation strategies and national guidelines, taking into account the existing health system infrastructure and practical service delivery considerations.
Lead the development and execution of the program’s learning agenda, with a focus on documenting innovative practices, key implementation insights, and scalable models of care in maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH).
Ensure that country work plans and project documents are meticulously reviewed, maintaining strict adherence to deadlines, upholding technical excellence, and guaranteeing alignment with specified deliverables.
Oversee the creation and distribution of technical information to employees, collaborators, and key stakeholders.
Deliver comprehensive support for the exchange of best practices in Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) service delivery, clinical quality enhancement, referral coordination, community involvement strategies, and the practical application of implementation research insights across national and international contexts.
Collaborate effectively with Consortium partners to establish unified technical methodologies and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practices.
Act in the capacity of an MNCH technical representative during donor interactions, technical discussions, and partner consultations.
As a thought leader and stakeholder engagement specialist, you will be responsible for fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders, cultivating strategic partnerships, and establishing the organization as an authority in its field. Your role will involve consistently delivering insightful perspectives on industry trends, contributing to high-impact initiatives, and ensuring alignment between stakeholder expectations and organizational goals. By leveraging your expertise and communication skills, you will drive meaningful engagement, enhance credibility, and support the organization’s long-term growth and reputation.
Engage in and, at times, spearhead program governance frameworks, such as the Steering Committee and Program Implementation Team.
Facilitate regional and global stakeholder engagement and advocacy initiatives, fostering collaboration opportunities, enhancing visibility, and driving the adoption of project insights.
Develop and enhance project knowledge products, including technical briefs, learning papers, presentations, and thought leadership content focused on Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) models of care, as well as their implementation research and scale-up strategies.
Collaborate with government entities, professional associations, technical working groups, donors, and implementing partners to ensure alignment with national Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) priorities and global best practices.
We are seeking a skilled Program Development professional to design, implement, and oversee programs that align with our organizational objectives. This role requires expertise in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and program evaluation to ensure measurable impact and sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in data-driven decision-making, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include identifying program needs, developing actionable frameworks, securing resources, and monitoring progress to drive continuous improvement. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, along with prior experience in program management or a related discipline, is essential for success in this position.
Collaborate on the creation and drafting of quarterly and annual reports tailored for both internal and external stakeholders, such as donors, to effectively communicate organizational progress and impact.
Develop and provide specialized MNCH technical content for proposals, concept notes, work plans, donor reports, and program development documents.
Assist in recognizing new priorities within maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH), identifying areas where evidence is lacking, and exploring opportunities for advancements, broader implementation, and long-term viability.
Qualifications
Seeking candidates with a strong educational foundation and relevant professional experience to excel in this role. Applicants must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, complemented by practical experience in a comparable position. Prior involvement in [specific industry/task] is highly advantageous, as is familiarity with [specific tools/software]. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of [specific skill or achievement], ensuring seamless integration into the team and immediate contribution to organizational goals.
A bachelor’s degree in a clinical or health-related discipline, including Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health, or a closely related field, is required.
A master’s degree in Public Health, Maternal and Child Health, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Implementation Science, or a related discipline is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH), along with maternal and newborn health, or comparable public health initiatives, is required, backed by a minimum of five years of hands-on professional experience in the field.
Proven expertise in developing and executing maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) research or implementation initiatives, ideally within low- and middle-income country (MIC) contexts, is required.
Demonstrated expertise in delivering technical leadership and driving quality enhancement initiatives within decentralized, cross-border, or multi-site program frameworks is essential.
Proven expertise in the development, evaluation, or enhancement of Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) clinical pathways and service delivery models spanning multiple health system tiers.
Professional experience in collaboration with governmental health entities, research and procurement organizations, healthcare facilities, professional associations, and implementation partners is required.
Professional experience in facilitating cross-country Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) initiatives, with expertise in tailoring technical guidance to align with varied policy frameworks, service delivery models, and health workforce environments.
Seeking a candidate with a robust background in relevant expertise, technical abilities, and essential capabilities to excel in this role. The ideal applicant must demonstrate proficiency in key areas, including specialized knowledge and practical skills, along with a strong alignment to the required competencies. Responsibilities will encompass leveraging these qualifications to deliver high-quality outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry standards. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are imperative for success in this position, alongside the ability to adapt to evolving challenges and priorities.
Deep expertise in evidence-based clinical and public health practices within Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH), encompassing antenatal care, skilled delivery, respectful maternity care, emergency obstetric and newborn care, postnatal care, newborn care, and immunization.
Requires comprehensive knowledge of pre-eclampsia and maternal anemia prevention, screening, diagnosis, management, referral, and follow-up within standard Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) service delivery frameworks.
Proficient in designing and evaluating protocols, guidelines, tools, standard operating procedures (SOPs), job aids, clinical pathways, and quality improvement strategies.
Demonstrates a robust grasp of implementation research methodologies and effectively applies MNCH clinical knowledge to practical program learning, adaptation, and expansion efforts.
Experience in analyzing data, monitoring programs, evaluating outcomes, driving quality enhancement initiatives, and implementing adaptive strategies.
Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and translating evidence-based policies into actionable, scalable solutions for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) initiatives.
Demonstrates exceptional ability to effectively engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government bodies, donors, technical agencies, professional associations, and implementing partners.
Proficient in both written and verbal communication, encompassing technical reporting, facilitation, and presentation delivery.
Proficient in multiple languages, including but not limited to English, Spanish, French, and Mandarin, with a minimum of five years of professional experience in translation, interpretation, or language education. Strong written and verbal communication skills in all specified languages are essential, along with a deep understanding of cultural nuances and idiomatic expressions. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in all language-related tasks. Fluency in additional languages is considered a valuable asset.
Fluent proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential.
Proficiency in French would be considered an asset.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
5 - 10 years
