About the Opportunity
Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sustainability and Systems Advisor to join our team. With a legacy spanning over 140 years, our organization remains a world leader in research, teaching, and global health impact. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of health systems in Nigeria by leading strategic initiatives that ensure long-term program sustainability and the successful transition of services to state and local government authorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of project sustainability and transition plans in collaboration with government stakeholders.
- Facilitate the design of innovative health financing mechanisms to ensure domestic resource mobilization.
- Build the capacity of state and local government health management structures, focusing on leadership, management, and integrated health responses.
- Serve as the primary liaison for health systems strengthening, representing the project at the state level.
- Provide technical assistance to drive health reforms and improve the delivery of primary healthcare services, including HIV and TB prevention, care, and treatment.
- Assess the needs and institutional capacity of government partners to manage integrated health interventions independently.
- Oversee research, data collection, and policy formulation efforts to ensure program quality and compliance.
Required Qualifications and Skills
To be successful in this role, you should possess:
- Education: An Advanced Degree in Public Health, Sociology, or a related medical/social science discipline (Master’s level preferred).
- Experience: At least 7 years of senior-level experience in health systems strengthening, including health planning, financing, and human resources for health.
- USG Expertise: Demonstrated experience with US Government-funded programs and familiarity with associated reporting requirements.
- Local Context: In-depth knowledge of Nigeria’s health systems and proven ability to collaborate effectively with state-level officials.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to thrive under pressure in complex, fast-paced environments.
Why Join Us?
At Jhpiego, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making the world a better place through evidence-based health solutions. You will work alongside distinguished experts to translate national health strategies into tangible results at the local level, leaving a lasting impact on community health outcomes.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Jhpiego - John Hopkins University on jobs-jhpiego.icims.com to apply
