Jobs at Jhpiego - John Hopkins University

Job ID: 2025-7105

Overview

• Jhpiego is seeking a State Team Leader to provide strategic leadership, program oversight, and stakeholder engagement for all Jhpiego-supported health programs in Anambra State.
• The State Team Leader will serve as the primary representative of Jhpiego in the state, ensuring high-quality implementation, coordination with government and partners, and alignment with national and state health priorities.
• Specifically, STL will provide comprehensive leadership and strategic oversight for the implementation of Advancing Integrated Health Services Delivery, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), and Communicable Diseases, as well as other Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health activities in Anambra State, Nigeria.
• This role requires an exceptional leader who can manage complex, multi-disease programming while ensuring rights-based approaches, coordinating diverse partnerships, and delivering quality health services within Nigeria's dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Management:

• Lead the planning, implementation, and coordination of all Jhpiego projects particularly the integrated SRHR and communicable disease programs within Anambra State
• Develop and execute comprehensive state-specific work plans that address integration of SRHR interventions and communicable diseases as well as reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, adolescent health plus nutrition (RMNCAH+N) health, family planning, HIV prevention,
• Ensure rights-based programming that promotes dignity, non-discrimination, and informed choice across all interventions
• Manage complex program budgets, and ensure activities are delivered on time, within scope in collaboration with finance and operations team and in compliance with donor and Jhpiego standards, procedures 
• Supervise and mentor state-based project staff and consultants.
• Coordinate and supervise the activities of civil society organizations or community-based organizations supporting the project.

Stakeholders' Partnership and Coordination:

• Serve as Jhpiego’s primary liaison with the Anambra State Ministry of Health, State Primary Health Care Development Agency, State AIDS Control Agencies (SACAs), TB/Leprosy Control Programs, SASCP, and other government entities
• Collaborate with Local Government Areas (LGAs), Primary Health Care Development Agencies, and healthcare facilities for project implementation
• Engage traditional rulers, religious leaders, and community gatekeepers to address challenges and promote integrated health service delivery
• Form strong partnerships with international and local implementing partners operating across disease areas
• Represent Jhpiego at state-level technical working groups and steering committees, coordination meetings and public health forums

Technical Program Implementation:

• Provide technical guidance to ensure evidence-based, high-impact interventions across program areas (e.g., RMNCH, TB/HIV, STI, malaria, health systems strengthening).
• Support quality improvement initiatives and capacity building of health workers and institutions
• Ensure quality delivery of comprehensive SRHR services and communicable diseases in line with set objectives
• Support healthcare worker capacity building for integrated service provision
• Promote task-sharing and task-shifting approaches to optimize human resources for health
• Strengthen referral systems between community and facility-based services.

Community Engagement and Demand Generation

• Lead comprehensive community mobilization strategies that address multiple health priorities simultaneously
• Design and implement behaviour change communication campaigns for SRHR and communicable diseases prevention
• Support community-led monitoring and feedback mechanisms
• Address stigma and discrimination related to SRHR and other communicable diseases
• Promote community ownership of integrated health programs- SRHR and communicable diseases.

Data Management, M&E, and Learning:

• Establish robust monitoring systems that track outcomes across SRHR and communicable disease indicators and ensure timely submission of high-quality reports and documentation of best practices and lessons learned
• Ensure quality data collection, analysis, and reporting from all implementing sites and use for decision-making, continuous improvement and adaptive management
• Support operational research and implementation science activities
• Prepare comprehensive reports, success stories, abstracts and technical briefs for multiple stakeholders
• Promote learning exchanges and best practice documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Epidemiology, or related health field.
• PhD in any of the fields will be an added advantage
• Additional specialized training in SRHR, RMNCAH+N, or integrated health programming with Certification in project management, health systems strengthening, or rights-based programming is an added advantage
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in public health program management
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar health programs and experience working donor-funded programs (e.g., USAID, Global Fund, BMGF etc
• Proven track record working with Nigerian government health systems at state and local government levels
• Experience managing diverse teams and multiple implementing partners across different disease areas
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) – essential
• Working Knowledge of Igbo is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Position based in assigned state capital with frequent travel throughout the state (up to 50% travel time), including rural and hard-to-reach communities
• Participation in evening and weekend activities for community engagement and stakeholder meetings
• Work in diverse environments including health facilities, community settings, and government offices
• Access to project vehicles, communication equipment, and security support as needed.

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Job ID: 2025-7108

Overview

• Jhpiego is seeking a Community Engagement Officer to lead demand generation and community mobilization efforts for integrated health services, including Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and communicable diseases (e.g., HIV, TB, malaria).
• The officer will coordinate with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), community leaders, and other stakeholders to strengthen community participation, increase service uptake, and ensure culturally appropriate and rights-based approaches to health promotion.
• This role requires a culturally competent professional who can navigate complex social dynamics around sensitive health issues while advocating for improved health outcomes and rights-based approaches within Nigeria's diverse community contexts.

Responsibilities
Integrated Community Mobilization and Rights Advocacy:

• Design and implement comprehensive community engagement strategies that integrate SRHR and communicable disease programming while promoting human rights principles
• Lead demand generation campaigns using interpersonal communication, community dialogues, and mass media to address the integration of SRHR and communicable activities
• Mobilize community influencers, youth groups, women’s associations, and traditional leaders to support health initiatives and address stigma and discrimination related to SRHR and communicable diseases
• Advocate for community ownership of integrated health programs while promoting dignity and non-discrimination

CSO Coordination & Capacity Building:

• Coordinate and support CSOs and community-based organisations (CBOs) involved in health service delivery and advocacy.
• Facilitate training, mentoring, and joint planning sessions with CSOs to enhance their capacity in community mobilization and health promotion.
• Monitor CSO activities and ensure alignment with project goals and standards.

Multi-Stakeholder Relationship Building:

• Represent Jhpiego in community-level forums and technical working groups.
• Engage with local government authorities, ward development committees, school-based management committees, community health insurance schemes, religious institutions, and community gatekeepers to foster enabling environments for SRHR and communicable disease interventions.
• Foster relationships with community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and civil society groups working on health and human rights
• Facilitate regular multi-stakeholder meetings that promote inclusive participation and shared decision-making at the community level

Integrated Health System Strengthening:

• Support training and capacity building of community-based and civil society organizations.
• Facilitate community-facility linkages for SRHR and communicable diseases planning services
• Promote community ownership of health programs through participatory planning and implementation
• Support the establishment and strengthening of community health committees with representation from diverse groups
• Encourage community feedback mechanisms and accountability systems for health service quality.

Community Data Collection & Participatory Monitoring:

• Support the collection of community-level data on SRHR and communicable disease health service access, quality, and community perceptions
• Track and report on community engagement activities, challenges, and success stories across integrated programming
• Support community-led advocacy initiatives based on locally identified priorities and concerns and facilitate community feedback sessions to program management
• Work closely with the SRHR Technical Advisor and consortium partners to ensure community-level data informs program improvement.
• Contribute to the development of success stories, case studies, and learning briefs.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Health, Human Rights, Sociology, or related field
• Additional certificates in community mobilization, human rights advocacy, SRHR programming, or communicable disease prevention preferred
• Training in participatory approaches, conflict resolution, or gender transformative programming is an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years of experience in community engagement, preferably in integrated SRHR health programming, health promotion or social mobilization
• Strong understanding of human rights principles and rights-based programming approaches
• Proven experience working with CSOs, community structures, and local government
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) – essential
• Working Knowledge of the language of any of the locations is an asset

Working Conditions

• Primarily field-based position with minimal office time (85% field work)
• Extensive travel within assigned communities, including remote and difficult-to-access areas
• May require overnight stays in rural communities during intensive program implementation and supportive supervisory visits.

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Job ID: 2025-7106

Overview

• We are seeking a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Technical Advisor to provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the design, implementation, and monitoring of integrated health service delivery programs.
• The Advisor will focus on advancing SRHR, communicable diseases (e.g., HIV, TB, malaria), and strengthening the use of strategic information for decision-making and program improvement.
• This strategic role requires an exceptional individual with professional expertise in multi-disease programming who can establish robust data systems, ensure evidence-based decision making, and support adaptive management approaches while maintaining rights-based monitoring frameworks.

Responsibilities
Technical Leadership:

• Provide high-level technical guidance on SRHR, integrated service delivery, and communicable disease programming.
• Ensure integration of SRHR and communicable disease services across health system levels and platforms.
• Lead the development and adaptation of evidence-based tools, guidelines, and training materials.

Program Design & Implementation:

• Support the design and implementation of innovative, client-centered, and gender-responsive interventions.
• Collaborate with consortium organizations, partners and program teams to ensure technical quality and alignment with national and global standards.
• Contribute to work planning, budgeting, and reporting processes.

Strategic Information & Learning:

• Lead the state-level development and use of strategic information systems to monitor program performance and outcomes aligned with country office/national health strategies, donor requirements, and international reporting standards Finish 
• Design rights-based monitoring approaches that track equity, non-discrimination, and human rights indicators alongside health outcomes
• Promote data-driven decision-making and adaptive learning across project teams.
• Support the generation and dissemination of knowledge products, including success stories, technical briefs, and peer-reviewed publications.

 Multi-Disease Data Management and Integration:

• Oversee development of integrated health information systems that support real-time program monitoring across disease areas
• Establish data interoperability standards and protocols for seamless information sharing between SRHR and communicable disease programs
• Coordinate with existing national health information systems, databases, surveillance systems, and routine health data platforms
• Implement automated data quality checks and validation procedures across multiple data sources
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations while facilitating evidence-based program management

Capacity Strengthening:

• Build the capacity of national and sub-national stakeholders, including government counterparts and implementing partners, in SRHR and integrated service delivery.
• Facilitate training, mentoring, and supportive supervision for health workers and program staff.
• Lead development of comprehensive MEAL training curricula covering integrated programming approaches,
• Mentor emerging M&E professionals and support South-South learning exchanges

Partnerships & Representation:

• Represent Jhpiego in technical working groups, donor meetings, and stakeholder forums.
• Foster strong relationships with government agencies, donors, civil society, and academic institutions.

Strategic Reporting and Evidence Utilization:

• Prepare comprehensive reports for different stakeholders
• Lead presentation of findings to high-level state government officials, donor representatives, and technical working groups
• Facilitate regular data utilization workshops and evidence-based program review meetings
• Ensure timely submission of high-quality data and reports to Jhpiego and relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in supportive supervision, DQAs, and virtual/physical data review meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Public Health, Social Science, Development Studies, Epidemiology, Nursing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in SRHR, HIV, or integrated health programming in low-resource settings and progressive experience in strategic information, monitoring and evaluation, and data use for program improvement.
• Extensive experience with both SRHR and communicable disease MEAL systems and indicators including designing and implementing digital health or data visualization tools
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s national health policies and SRHR frameworks and strong understanding of health systems, gender equity, and rights-based approaches to health.
• Proven experience working with government, donors (e.g., former USAID, Global Fund, FCDO, BMGF etc), and implementing partners.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and writing skills.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) – essential
• Working Knowledge of the language of any of the locations is an asset

Working Conditions:

• Position based in one of the states listed above with regular travel to supported facilities and communities (up to 50% travel time)
• Extended field visits to rural communities and health facilities for data collection and supervision
• Participation in state-level meetings requiring professional presentation and representation.

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Job ID: 2025-7105

Overview

• Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is implementing digital health solutions to support HIV/AIDS care and treatment, as well as broader public health programs.
• As part of ongoing system improvements and program expansion,
• Jhpiego seeks personnel to implement a series of technical enhancements, refinements, and compliance updates for its mobile and web-based health applications.

Responsibilities
Software Development and Training:

• Implement mobile app changes collated from state visits
• Update the app’s Machine Learning risk score model implementation.
• Improve the app’s feedback loop during sync operations.
• Implement client historical risk score view.
• Disable monthly in-app pulse surveys as mandated by IRB.
• Switch to modular architecture to enable future expansion to other disease areas.
• Implement accessibility features in the mobile application.
• Implement in-app push notifications.

Deliverables:

• Implemented changes and bug fixes identified in deployed states.
• Modularized codebase supporting plug-and-play modules for new disease areas (e.g., TB, MNCH) with architecture documentation.
• Functional accessibility settings (e.g., font scaling, screen reader support, colour contrast), user documentation.
• Integrated and tested risk score model based on revised ML algorithms. Model documentation and code.
• UI component and backend logic for historical risk trends per client.
• Configured Firebase Cloud Messaging (or equivalent), notification service, and UI integration.
• Enhanced user notifications during sync (e.g., progress, success/failure messages, retry logic).
• Surveys deactivated or removed, updated source code and documentation.
• Revised data collection, use, and privacy documentation submitted to IRB.
• State teams trained on the use of the Client Management app.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in digital health system development.

Proven experience with:

• Android app development (Jetpack Compose, Kotlin)
• Backend development (e.g., Spring Boot, Node.js)
• Machine learning model integration
• Modular software architecture
• Push notification frameworks (e.g., FCM)
• Accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Familiarity with IRB processes and data ethics in health systems.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.