About the Role
Jhpiego is seeking a visionary and experienced Associate Director for Sustainability, Health Systems Strengthening (HSS), and Human Resources for Health (HRH) in Nigeria. In this critical leadership role, you will collaborate closely with federal and state government bodies, local institutions, and international partners to provide technical direction for sustainable health systems. Your efforts will focus on improving healthcare access, quality, and service utilization at the state, LGA, and community levels to achieve lasting health improvements across Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Provide high-level technical leadership in designing, scaling, and implementing HSS strategies aligned with national health sector priorities.
- Lead comprehensive HRH strategies, including workforce management, retention in underserved areas, and technical oversight of systems like iHRIS.
- Design and execute transition roadmaps to transfer donor-supported program functions to local and national health authorities successfully.
- Build and maintain high-trust relationships with the Ministry of Health, regulatory bodies, donor agencies, and key stakeholders.
- Establish robust metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and workforce analytics to evaluate program impact and sustainability.
- Advanced degree in public health, sociology, or a related medical, health, or social science discipline; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in leadership, management, operational, and technical roles within health program implementation.
- Demonstrated expertise in HRH strategic planning, health workforce policies, pre-service education reform, and USAID reporting requirements.
- Extensive experience collaborating with government officials and navigating Nigeria's decentralized health system and reporting structures.
- Exceptional facilitation, team-building, stakeholder engagement, and technical writing skills.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package aligned with international NGO standards.
- Opportunity to drive transformative, large-scale public health outcomes and institutional sustainability in Nigeria.
- Professional growth working alongside global health experts within a prestigious Johns Hopkins University affiliate.