Save the Children Technical Director- Maternal Child Health Jobs in Uganda
Save the Children Technical Director- Maternal Child Health Jobs in Uganda
Overview Are you passionate about being an advocate for children? Do you want to use your expertise to bring about lasting change for children and be a part of an inspiring, dynamic global movement?
This position will provide strategic direction in the design, management, implementation and monitoring of high quality New born and child health interventions, working closely with relevant units at all levels of the MOH and with respective partners at national level and within target regions.
The MCH Director will represent the project at various New born and child health national technical working groups and committees, ensure deliverables within these technical areas are implemented according to the set work plan with necessary adjustments as required based on learning and best practices while capturing key lessons learned
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To be a strong supporter and advocate for children in this role you will need to have:
Master's Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics or Public Health and a Bachelor's Degree in Medicine or Nursing
At least 7+ years of progressively increasing responsibility working for successful MCH technical assistance programs
At least 7+ years of relevant work experience in successful implementation of MNCH programs.
Previous working relationships within USAID programs and with key multilateral agencies, bilateral donors, academic institutions.
Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-faceted health development program
in collaboration with national MOH personnel and local and international partners
Familiarity with MNCH programming and policies in Uganda.
A demonstrated track record in providing mentorship and supervision to strengthen healthcare services; training and use of quality improvement approaches
Familiarity with evidence-based neonatal and child health interventions and best practices that are the focus of this project.
Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform.
Experience integrating gender and youth analysis into health projects and services
Experience in successfully engaging the private sector
Ability to work independently and also as a team leader/member with diverse team of partners and counterparts.
Ability to lead and oversee teams.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written and presentation).
Excellent computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Save the Children Technical Director- Maternal Child Health Jobs in Uganda
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