State Program Manager, CPHC (Bihar)

Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and practice into moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a new-born to breath. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people.

In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases. 

Jhpiego is hiring State Program Manager based at Patna, Bihar. The position will report to Program Director.

Location: Patna, Bihar

• Lead the implementation of the Comprehensive primary healthcare program and IPSI program in the state of Bihar
• Ensure timely and efficient implementation of strategies as per the program work plan in CPHC and IPSI
• Provide support and guidance to the CPHC and IPSI team in ensuring quality implementation of all planned activities
• Provide technical input and lead the design and implementation of all activities of the assigned programs to achieve desired results.
• Establish an innovative ecosystem for co-designing, incubating and testing local solutions to address key intractable barriers that impede the delivery of CPHC in the Lead implementation and scale up of innovative solutions
• Coordination with Government/NHM officials and Health Department staff for smooth project management and sharing of project updates
• Work closely with SHSB to develop roadmap, operational plans and financial proposals under NHM/state PIPs and other financial provisions such as FC XV, PM ABHIM) for strengthening CPHC in the state in line with GoI guidance.
• Work with MER team for tracking progress, indicators and deliverables according to agreed work-plans and academic publishing based on the program implementation.
• Ensure state, donor and headquarters reporting needs are met in a timely
• Coordinate and collaborate with JHPIEGO staff and consultants for effective program implementation as well as liaise with other partners working in CPHC and RMNCH+A domains.
• Represent the organization at the appropriate forums as and when
• Travel within the state or national level as per the project and organizational
• Support documentation of project results, successes, challenges and lessons
• Perform or assume other duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Master’s degree in public health, MSc Nursing, MD Community Medicine with Bachelor in Medical/ Nursing/Social Sciences or any Development related field from Tier 1 University / Institute.
• 10 years of relevant work experience in leading large organizations, building and managing high calibre teams and implementation of projects
• Ability to think strategically, handle ambiguity, and problem solve in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders in a challenging, multi-cultural environment
• Impeccable written and verbal communication competencies, and fluency in English & Hindi
• Ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously, set
• Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations and work in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural
• Strong capabilities in and commitment to partnership, co-creation, and respectful engagement with a diverse range of individuals and partners with demonstrated ability to build relationships quickly.
• Ability to act as a strategic thought partner to, and build the capacity of, government partners and country team members.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and data tools like Stata, SPSS, R, Tableau, Power BI, etc.

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR.

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