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Jhpiego develops innovations to enhance the capacity of health care workers, strengthening health systems and improve delivery of care towards improving the health and well-being. Jhpiego has been collaborating with the Government of Malawi and various partners in implementing a wide-range of interventions in maternal, newborn and child health, family planning, HIV/AIDS prevention and care and treatment, since 1999.\nJhpiego partners with governments and communities to strengthen health systems, advance evidence-based practices, and build sustainable capacity for improved health outcomes. The America First Global Health Strategy - Jhpiego (AFGHS-Jhpiego) project supports the National TB and Leprosy Elimination Program (NTLEP) in Malawi in finding, diagnosing, treating, and preventing tuberculosis (TB), and in strengthening its ability to prevent and contain high-threat pathogens. The Recipient, Jhpiego, will implement the activity alongside its existing MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) project implementing Maternal Neonatal, Child Health and Nutrition, and WASH interventions. This approach builds on the MCGL project platform, host government staff, and partnerships to make the best use of U.S. Government (USG) resources.\nJhpiego, is seeking a highly qualified Program Manager to provide overall programmatic, operational, and administrative coordination for the AFGHS-Jhpiego Project in Malawi. Reporting to the Project Director, the incumbent will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of project activities and ensure the achievement of project goals, objectives, and targets in compliance with donor requirements, national program guidelines for TB and the applicable project component of Global Health Security, and Jhpiego policies and procedures. The position will work closely with the Technical Advisor-TB, GHS advisor, QI advisor, Ministry of Health counterparts, consortium partners, and district stakeholders to ensure high-quality project implementation, effective stakeholder engagement, and strong program performance. Stakeholders, the Program Manager, will ensure activities are effectively planned, implemented, monitored, and reported in accordance with approved work plans, donor requirements, and national TB guidelines.\nResponsibilities\nLeadership and Management\nProvide day-to-day programmatic support to the AFGHS TB Project to ensure technical and financial integrity and achievement of project goals, objectives, and targets. \nSupport the Project Director and Technical Advisor-TB in the overall coordination and management of project activities. \nAssist with the development and monitoring of annual work plans, implementation plans, activity schedules, and budgets. \nEnsure project activities are implemented in accordance with donor regulations, Jhpiego policies, and Malawi Ministry of Health TB guidelines. \nCoordinate with finance, grants, and operations teams to monitor expenditure and ensure compliance with approved budgets. \nSupport routine project performance reviews, implementation planning meetings, and learning sessions. \nAssist in supervising program support staff, consultants, and short-term technical assistance as assigned. \nPromote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement across project teams and partners.\nImplementation and Coordination\nCoordinate implementation of project activities related to IPC, TB prevention, screening, active case finding, diagnosis, treatment, contact investigation, TB preventive treatment, and community-based TB services.\nFacilitate effective communication and collaboration among consortium partners, Ministry of Health counterparts, district health offices, implementing partners, and other stakeholders.\nMonitor program progress against established targets and timelines, identify bottlenecks, and support timely solutions.\nContribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and donor reports.\nProvide logistical and administrative support for project meetings, workshops, trainings, supportive supervision visits, and stakeholder engagements.\nAssist in coordinating field activities and ensuring alignment with national TB and IPC strategies, guidelines, and district implementation priorities.\nTrack implementation of project action plans and recommendations arising from review meetings and supportive supervision visits.\nCommunications and Knowledge Management\nIdentify opportunities for strengthening TB prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care, and community engagement interventions. \nSupport proposal development and strategic planning for future TB, respiratory disease, and health systems strengthening initiatives. \nContribute to the design and implementation of innovative approaches that improve TB case detection, treatment outcomes, and patient-centered care. \nParticipate in internal and external planning meetings to align project strategies with national TB priorities and evolving donor requirements. \nSupport engagement with government, donors, and implementing partners to advance TB program objectives and sustainability.\n\nStrategic Planning and Development\nContribute to the drafting and review of high-quality reports, presentations, technical briefs, and documentation for donors and internal stakeholders. \nSupport the development and dissemination of success stories, lessons learned, best practices, and innovations in TB programming. \nMaintain organized records of project activities, outputs, deliverables, and stakeholder engagements. \nAssist in implementing the project's communication, learning, and knowledge-sharing strategy. \nSupport documentation and sharing of project achievements and evidence to inform TB program improvements and decision-making.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in public health, International Development, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related fields. A master's degree in public health, Health Systems Management, International Development, Business Administration, or a related field is highly desirable. \nProfessional certification in Program Management (e.g., PMD Pro, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an added advantage. \nMinimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, project coordination, or operational support for donor-funded public health or international development programs. \nDemonstrated experience managing donor-funded projects, including planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting. \nExperience supporting tuberculosis (TB), HIV/AIDS, infectious disease, health systems strengthening, or other public health programs is highly desirable. \nExperience coordinating diverse teams and managing relationships with government institutions, donors, consortium partners, and other stakeholders. \nFamiliarity with the Malawi health sector and experience working with the Ministry of Health and district health offices is an added advantage. \nProven ability to support large-scale programs and manage multiple priorities in a complex operating environment\nTechnical Skills\nStrong project management and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail. \nExceptional written and verbal communication skills for reporting, correspondence, and presentations. \nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant project management software. \nFamiliarity with financial management principles related to program budgeting and expenditure tracking. \nBasic understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles as they apply to tracking program progress and outcomes.\nCore Competencies\nExcellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. \nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues. \nDemonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines under pressure. \nHigh level of personal initiative, adaptability, and ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member. \nCommitment to the mission and values of the organization and the objectives of the AFGHS TB Project. \nStrong stakeholder engagement and partnership management skills. \nResults-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. \nAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving public health environment.\nLanguage: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Professional proficiency in Chichewa is required. Other local Malawian languages are desirable.\nWillingness and ability to travel to all project implementation areas across the three regions of Malawi\nAll staff irrespective of their position are expected to comply with and follow Jhpiego operational procedures and policies, and codes of conduct.\n Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.\n Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers\nApplicants must submit a single document for upload, including a cover letter, resume, and references.\n For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org\nNote: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.\nJhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to tough international child safeguarding standards.\nJhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.\nRECRUITMENT SCAMS & FRAUD WARNING\nJhpiego has become aware of scams involving false job offers. 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