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State Program Manager, CPHC

  • Company

    Jhpiego

  • Location

    Patna, Bihar

  • Employment Type

    Full-Time

  • Functional Category

    Programme Management & Implementation

  • Experience

    10 - 11 years

About Jhpiego

Jhpiego is a nonprofit global leader in the creation and delivery of transformative health care solutions for the developing world. In partnership with national governments health experts and local communities we build health providers’ skills and develop systems that save lives now and guarantee healthier futures for women and their families. Our aim is revolutionizing health care for the planet’s most disadvantaged people. Jhpiego a Johns Hopkins University Affiliate translates decades of program experience and in-depth technical knowledge 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 newborn to breath; the moment a nurse screens for cervical cancer with a simple vinegar swab; the moment a community health worker tests a man for HIV and reports he is HIV free. By embedding the know-how and skills into everyday practice we are able to increase access to quality health services and create a healthier future for generations to come. Access to lifesaving health care for all people whoever they are wherever they live that’s our mission.

Overview of the Role

The role involves leading the implementation of Bihar’s Comprehensive Primary Healthcare (CPHC) and IPSI programs, ensuring timely, high-quality execution aligned with work plans. It requires providing technical guidance, designing and scaling innovative solutions, and coordinating closely with government bodies, NHM officials, and partners. The position oversees planning, monitoring, reporting, and documentation in collaboration with MER and program teams, while representing the organization in relevant forums. Regular travel and cross-team coordination are integral to effective program delivery.

Job Description

1. Lead the implementation of the Comprehensive primary healthcare program and IPSI program in the state of Bihar
2. Ensure timely and efficient implementation of strategies as per the program work plan in CPHC and IPSI
3. Provide support and guidance to the CPHC and IPSI team in ensuring quality implementation of all planned activities
4. Provide technical input and lead the design and implementation of all activities of the assigned programs to achieve desired results.
5. 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 states. Lead implementation and scale up of innovative solutions
6. Coordination with Government/NHM officials and Health Department staff for smooth project management and sharing of project updates
7. 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.
8. Work with MER team for tracking progress, indicators and deliverables according to agreed work-plans and academic publishing based on the program implementation.
9. Ensure state, donor and headquarters reporting needs are met in a timely manner.
10. 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.
11. Represent the organization at the appropriate forums as and when required.
12. Travel within the state or national level as per the project and organizational requirements.
13. Support documentation of project results, successes, challenges and lessons learned.
14. Perform or assume other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Skill

• 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 priorities.
• Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations and work in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environment.
• 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.

Education

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.

Experience

• 10 years of relevant work experience in leading large organizations, building and managing high calibre teams and implementation of projects