Associate Director, Technical Services and Service Readiness

About the role

The role leads technical and service readiness efforts to translate infrastructure and equipment investments into improved facility performance and service delivery. It owns workforce development, service readiness assessments, clinical equipment utilization, and quality improvement activities within Jhpiego in Nigeria.

What you'll do

• Lead facility readiness assessments and align infrastructure with intended clinical services
• Operationalize upgraded facilities and support equipment utilization
• Develop and implement competency based training plans for healthcare workers
• Establish mentorship and supportive supervision systems
• Lead user training for clinical technology and post installation support
• Monitor competency and utilization of oxygen systems, CPAP, phototherapy, radiant warmers, cold chain, and obstetric equipment
• Support facility quality improvement processes and adherence to protocols and patient safety standards

What they're looking for

• Advanced degree in Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, or Health Systems
• Minimum 15 years of experience in health workforce development, service delivery improvement, or clinical systems strengthening
• Experience supporting MNCH and emergency care services
• Ability to lead multi disciplinary teams and manage competing priorities
• Strong commitment to quality improvement, IPC, and patient safety
• Experience in training and capacity development for healthcare workers

For applicants in Nigeria

• The listing indicates Abuja, Nigeria as the location; Nigeria based applicants are eligible
• The listing does not state a timezone requirement; confirm before interviewing
• Pay currency is not specified in the listing; confirm compensation details during interview
• Contractual or employment type is not specified in the listing; confirm during the process