Program Manager

Overview

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with the Johns Hopkins University. 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. 

Jhpiego 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.

Jhpiego, 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.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Provide day-to-day programmatic support to the AFGHS TB Project to ensure technical and financial integrity and achievement of project goals, objectives, and targets.
• Support the Project Director and Technical Advisor-TB in the overall coordination and management of project activities.
• Assist with the development and monitoring of annual work plans, implementation plans, activity schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure project activities are implemented in accordance with donor regulations, Jhpiego policies, and Malawi Ministry of Health TB guidelines.
• Coordinate with finance, grants, and operations teams to monitor expenditure and ensure compliance with approved budgets.
• Support routine project performance reviews, implementation planning meetings, and learning sessions.
• Assist in supervising program support staff, consultants, and short-term technical assistance as assigned.
• Promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement across project teams and partners.

Implementation and Coordination

• Coordinate 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.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among consortium partners, Ministry of Health counterparts, district health offices, implementing partners, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor program progress against established targets and timelines, identify bottlenecks, and support timely solutions.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and donor reports.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for project meetings, workshops, trainings, supportive supervision visits, and stakeholder engagements.
• Assist in coordinating field activities and ensuring alignment with national TB and IPC strategies, guidelines, and district implementation priorities.
• Track implementation of project action plans and recommendations arising from review meetings and supportive supervision visits.

Communications and Knowledge Management

• Identify opportunities for strengthening TB prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care, and community engagement interventions.
• Support proposal development and strategic planning for future TB, respiratory disease, and health systems strengthening initiatives.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of innovative approaches that improve TB case detection, treatment outcomes, and patient-centered care.
• Participate in internal and external planning meetings to align project strategies with national TB priorities and evolving donor requirements.
• Support engagement with government, donors, and implementing partners to advance TB program objectives and sustainability.

Strategic Planning and Development

• Contribute to the drafting and review of high-quality reports, presentations, technical briefs, and documentation for donors and internal stakeholders.
• Support the development and dissemination of success stories, lessons learned, best practices, and innovations in TB programming.
• Maintain organized records of project activities, outputs, deliverables, and stakeholder engagements.
• Assist in implementing the project's communication, learning, and knowledge-sharing strategy.
• Support documentation and sharing of project achievements and evidence to inform TB program improvements and decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor'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.
• Professional certification in Program Management (e.g., PMD Pro, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, project coordination, or operational support for donor-funded public health or international development programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing donor-funded projects, including planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience supporting tuberculosis (TB), HIV/AIDS, infectious disease, health systems strengthening, or other public health programs is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating diverse teams and managing relationships with government institutions, donors, consortium partners, and other stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the Malawi health sector and experience working with the Ministry of Health and district health offices is an added advantage.
• Proven ability to support large-scale programs and manage multiple priorities in a complex operating environment

Technical Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for reporting, correspondence, and presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant project management software.
• Familiarity with financial management principles related to program budgeting and expenditure tracking.
• Basic understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles as they apply to tracking program progress and outcomes.

Core Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• High level of personal initiative, adaptability, and ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization and the objectives of the AFGHS TB Project.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership management skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving public health environment.

Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Professional proficiency in Chichewa is required. Other local Malawian languages are desirable.

Willingness and ability to travel to all project implementation areas across the three regions of Malawi

All staff irrespective of their position are expected to comply with and follow Jhpiego operational procedures and policies, and codes of conduct. 

                                       Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

                                                                     Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers

Applicants must submit a single document for upload, including a cover letter, resume, and references.

                       For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to tough international child safeguarding standards.

Jhpiego, 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.

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