RESPONSIBILITIES
· Support the MNH Program Director and serve on the MNH Management Team.
· Together with the Program Director and Senior Program Manager, and based on input from the technical team, is responsible for the efficient and effective technical operations of the MNH Program.
· Provide technical leadership in the design, analysis, monitoring and evaluation of maternal/neonatal health programs globally.
· Present state-of-the-art scientific briefs and discussions to international colleagues on topics relevant to maternal/neonatal health. Work with the program team to identify best practices and technical topics for dissemination to a global audience.
· Work with the policymakers, senior government officials and political leaders in limited resource countries to promote awareness and build political support for maternal/neonatal health programs.
· Work with a broad spectrum of agencies, including multilateral and bilateral institutions and the private sector, to build support for maternal/neonatal health programs.
· Oversee the development and production (and contributes to the writing as appropriate) of key reports to USAID including: the annual workplan and necessary financial, country and activity reports.
· Serve as a member of technical working groups and task forces within USAID, JHPIEGO or other agencies in a liaison role as appropriate.

DESIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Demonstrated experience in maternal/neonatal health and safe motherhood with at least five years senior level experience in program development design and management.
Demonstrated expertise in working directly with host-country senior government officials and policymakers in maternal/neonatal health.
Strong communication and management skills, ability to write state-of-the-art technical documents and make high caliber technical presentations.
An advanced degree in public health or a related profession experience, and the ability to provide expert support to country offices and missions.
Fluent in at least one language in addition to English.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to Program Director, MNH
Supervises MNH staff as delegated
Primary Working Relationships
JHPIEGO Corporate Management Team , Country Program Staff, USAID mission staff, Government officials, Partner and donor organizations JHPIEGO Information Resource Office

Travel Requirements: Up to 30% international travel

To Apply, please send cover letter and resume to:

Ms. Jill Solomon
Global Recruitment Specialists
91 Oakview Terrace, Short Hills, NJ 07078 USA
Telefax: 973-379-7325 USA
E-mail: jillsolomo@aol.com
Web: www.globalrecruitment.net