Maternal, Neonatal & Child Health Technical Advisor - EpiC Liberia

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FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Technical Advisor, MNCH

Position Description:

FHI 360 is seeking a Technical Advisor responsible for Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health for the EpiC project to be implemented in Liberia in the four high-burden counties, Montserrado, Nimba, Lofa, and Bong, on improving maternal, neonatal, and child health outcomes by increasing the use of and access to high-quality services and eliminating preventable maternal and newborn deaths.

The Technical Advisor will support the Family Health Division within the Ministry of Health and County Health Teams by adapting and implementing strategies based on international standards of care. Will coordinate Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health services and provide technical support to MOH, County, and facility leadership to improve access to and use of quality maternal, neonatal, and child health services, including vaccination, at the community level and in health facilities. He/she will represent the project in technical working groups and provide updated, relevant technical information and guidance to the project in implementing MCH-related interventions. The position will be based in Monrovia and will report to the EpiC Liberia Technical Director.

Accountabilities:

• Provide technical expertise and supervision in the implementation and monitoring of MNCH service delivery interventions at the health facility and community level.

• Works with government counterparts to accelerate and complement their capability to deliver high-quality maternal, neonatal, and child health services through various systems strengthening endeavors, including MNCH clinical and community supervision using approved standards and tools, resulting in efficiency.

• Supervise a team of technical project staff and support technical quality monitoring for facility staff and engaged community workers through collaboration with county health teams, Family Health Division, National AIDS Control Program, and Community Health Department, and ensure that MNCH activities are well coordinated to ensure high-quality services.

• Participate in high-level MNCH technical working groups, and coordinate with country-level leadership and national level in consultation with supervisor.

• Lead the synthesis of MNCH monitoring data for health facilities and communities’ indicators and develop responsive programmatic activities or course correction, for review and approval by supervisor and government leadership (primarily County Health Team, Family Health Division).

• Contribute content on MNCH-related activities and participate in the development of work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and any other reports required by the U.S. Department of State's Office of Foreign Assistance.

• Collaborate with other technical advisors at HQ and country level to ensure that activities are integrated, aligned, efficient, and comprehensive.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree or its equivalent in a clinical field, public health, or other relevant areas

• Clinical training as a medical doctor, preferably a pediatrician, or nurse specializing in neonatal and child health

• At least 8 years of experience in MNCH and public health programs

• Experience in supervisory positions leading junior and support staff, providing supportive supervision, and conducting staff performance evaluations

• Proven experience working with the Ministry of Health and knowledge of county health systems in Liberia.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with government staff and community stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workflow.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and flexibility.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation, and harassment in our work environments and programs, including

The expected hiring salary range for this role is USD 35,000 to 50,000 annually for basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget.  

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

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