Jhpiego · 2 hours ago
Senior State Technical Officer/ State Program Manager (Health Systems Strengthening & Governance)
Marion County, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expJhpiego is a global health leader and affiliate of Johns Hopkins University dedicated to strengthening health systems and improving health outcomes. The Sr State Technical Officer will provide technical input and operational support to the Secretary, NHM Department, and Jhpiego’s Senior Program Manager in planning, implementation, monitoring, and governance of priority public health systems and primary care reform activities.
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Responsibilities
The State Technical Officer Will Provide Technical Input And Coordination Support On Policy, Planning, And Health System Strengthening Under The Guidance Of The Senior Program Manager
Offer informed technical perspectives to assist the Secretary, NHM, and government counterparts on priority health systems strengthening, governance reforms, and CPHC areas
Support alignment of Maharashtra health priorities with relevant national frameworks (e.g., Ayushman Bharat, NHM, CPHC, NP-NCD, quality assurance frameworks including NQAS)
Support development of state-specific roadmaps, work-plans, briefs, technical summaries, policy inputs, evidence materials, and guidance documents needed for decision-making
Facilitate evidence-informed planning, including synthesis of best practices, operational guidelines, and integration of quality improvement approaches
Lead discussions and engagement around quality of care improvements at the primary care level (including but not limited to NQAS)
Assist in promoting governance mechanisms to enhance institutional performance, accountability, monitoring, and coordinated action across sectors
Represent Jhpiego at national and state-level meetings involving government and development partners
Work closely with national and state teams to develop annual work plans for the program and support implementation and monitoring of activities per agreed plans and timelines
Work with state leads and government counterparts to develop, implement, and monitor state-specific CPHC project activities, including roadmaps, work-plans, activities, and reports
Support development, tracking, and refinement of operational work plans for health systems strengthening and integrated primary care activities, ensuring alignment with NHM/PIP processes and state strategies
Backstop project teams in providing technical assistance to state governments for operationalization of Health & Wellness Centers and for creating training ecosystems
Facilitate coordination with MoHFW officials and State Government/NHM officials for smooth project management and timely response to requests
Facilitate development of financial proposals for operationalization of HWCs jointly with state officials for incorporation into the state’s NHM Program Implementation Plan (PIP)
Establish an innovative ecosystem for co-designing, incubating, and testing local solutions to address key barriers affecting delivery of CPHC
Lead implementation and scale-up of innovative solutions across the state
Provide hands-on support and build capacity of project teams to achieve project goals
Support facilitation of capacity-building activities for government teams on governance, performance monitoring, quality assurance, operational coordination, and related topics
Contribute technical content, tools, and resources for training, workshops, coaching sessions, and on-site support activities implemented in partnership with government counterparts
Facilitate project activities, including trainings, onsite coaching, workshop planning, and logistics planning to ensure smooth implementation
Frequent travel to the state and districts as required by project needs
Perform other activities assigned by the supervisor to achieve organizational goals
Qualification
Required
MBBS with MD Community Medicine or MBBS/BAMS/BHMS with master's degree in public health (MPH) in Health Policy & Management/Social Epidemiology/Health Systems, or equivalent
Professional training or certification in health governance, systems strengthening, or public administration is desirable
At least 7–9 years of progressively responsible experience in public health program implementation, coordination or technical support, with demonstrated work in health systems strengthening, governance reforms, or integrated primary health care at the state or national level
Experience working with government health departments (state health agencies, NHM, or related institutional partners) supporting planning, implementation, coordination, or monitoring of public health systems initiatives
Practical experience in policy implementation support, strategic planning processes (such as PIP), quality enhancement frameworks (e.g., NQAS), and engagement with cross-sector stakeholders
Demonstrated experience supporting capacity building efforts, technical coordination, and operational planning within government or public health programs
Proven ability to assist in the preparation of technical briefs, reports, monitoring documentation for senior leadership, government planning cycles, or donor requirements
Strong understanding of health systems strengthening, governance mechanisms, integrated service delivery, and comprehensive primary health care
Ability to analyze program data, support monitoring, and contribute to evidence-informed recommendations
Ability to work collaboratively with government counterparts, NHM officials, and partners to support technical coordination
Clear and effective written and oral communication skills, including report preparation and documentation
Competent in organizing tasks, supporting work plan execution, and coordinating technical activities within timelines
Works well in team settings, adaptable to evolving priorities, and responsive to guidance from Senior Program Manager
Company
Jhpiego
Jhpiego is dedicated to improving the health of women and families in developing countries.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.2MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $1.2M
Leadership Team
Joe Judd
Chief Operating Officer
Glenn Strachan
Chief Information and Technology Officer, VP
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