Key Responsibilities
Programme management
- Develop annual plans and budgets in line with the
programme proposal and deliverables
- Ensure project plans and deliverables are completed in
line with the project documents.
- Ensure timely development and submission of quality
programme updates and donor reports in collaboration with M&E and
Finance department in line with partner and donor requirements
- Work with the monitoring and evaluation teams to utilize
data to refine programme strategies and clearly report on progress to
stakeholders.
- Ensure quality and timeliness of communication and
reporting to the overall coordination team, including meeting contractual
obligations on time;
- Ensure the proper implementation of Amref Health Africa
operational policies, standards and procedures by all staff and
stakeholders involved in the implementation of the programme;
- Actively participate in programme’s governance
structures, including the Programme Implementation Team (PIT), ensuring
provision of relevant data for decision making.
- Be proactive in managing programme developments, risk
identification, mitigation and course correction for optimal programme
implementation;
Technical Assistance
- Design and launch tech-driven solutions that integrate
entrepreneurship into healthcare workforce development to strengthen
training infrastructure and unlock new employment opportunities.
- Lead the creation and implementation of entrepreneurship
programmes and community-based training programmes that are relevant to
current market needs in close collaboration with the programme’s partners.
- Implement strategies for workforce diversification
through role optimization and role substitution. This includes improving
recruitment, retention, and professional development programmes for
healthcare workers and health entrepreneurs
- Advocate for innovative solutions to healthcare
workforce challenges on national and international platforms. Build strong
relationships with key government officials, health institutions,
entrepreneurs, entrepreneur support organizations and community leaders.
Partnership and Collaboration
- Support the building of strong partnerships to support
and sustain these initiatives.
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in health systems
strengthening, workforce development, and project management in
low-resource settings.
- Proven track record of implementing innovative health
programmes and strategies.
- Strong understanding of the health challenges and
opportunities in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to
manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the
ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with
the ability to build effective partnerships and advocate for programme
goals.
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of French or local
languages in the targeted countries is an advantage.
Key Competencies:
- A proven track record in programme management, social
entrepreneurship, or innovation within the healthcare sector.
- Experience in developing and implementing training
programmes that empower individuals with entrepreneurial skills.
- A strong grasp of public health challenges in Africa,
particularly workforce shortages and resource limitations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and
collaboration skills to build strong relationships with diverse
stakeholders.
- A passion for working with entrepreneurs and an interest
in the potential of health and assistive technologies for building
sustainable healthcare ventures.
- Approach challenges with a creative and unconventional
mindset. Be constantly on the lookout for new ideas and innovative
approaches to strengthen healthcare delivery in Africa.
How To Apply
