Senior Program Officer

Overview

Jhpiego, an international non-profit affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is a recognised leader in

global health. Through partnerships with governments, technical experts, and local communities, we

strengthen health systems and build workforce capacity to secure healthier futures for women,

newborns, and families. By translating cutting-edge science into high-impact practice—from the

moment a woman delivers to the first breath of a newborn—we bring lifesaving care to the world's

most vulnerable populations.

In India, Jhpiego collaborates closely with national and state governments across multiple states,

providing technical assistance in family planning, maternal and child health, human resources for

health, and non-communicable diseases. Our portfolio is supported by USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates

Foundation, the David & Lucile Packard Foundation, CIFF, MSD for Mothers, and other donors.

The Senior Program Officer (SPO) will lead the rollout of Manyata 5.0 across assigned states, working

closely with key stakeholders, healthcare facilities, and implementation partners. In parallel, the SPO

will also support new programme development initiatives by monitoring funding opportunities,

coordinating multi-sector inputs for competitive proposals, and cultivating relationships with donors

and consortium partners. The role reports to the Senior Director - Strategy, Partnerships, and Growth,

maintaining alignment with national strategy and donor requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Manyata 5.0 initiative across assigned states, ensuring that
  
  

program activities align with project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.

• Supervise, as required, state-level Program Officers and other district-level staff, providing
  
  

guidance, mentorship, and technical support to ensure the smooth execution of the program.

• Act as the primary point of contact for government officials, private healthcare providers,
  
  

FOGSI/Manyata champions, and local partners. Foster productive working relationships and

ensure stakeholder alignment with the program's goals.

• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of program data. Ensure that the data is accurately
  
  

captured, analyzed, and used to inform decision-making and program adjustments.

• Coordinate the design and delivery of capacity-building initiatives for healthcare providers and
  
  

program staff. Organize and facilitate workshops, technical training, and post-training follow-ups

to strengthen knowledge of maternal and newborn healthcare standards.

• Provide technical oversight for the implementation of quality improvement activities in maternal
  
  

and newborn healthcare facilities, ensuring that Manyata standards are integrated effectively.

• Work closely with the M&E team to track program outcomes, indicators, and overall impact.
  
  

Contribute to the documentation of lessons learned and best practices for continuous

improvement.

• Support policy dialogue with government officials and partners at the state and district levels to
  
  

advocate for the integration of Manyata standards in maternal and newborn care.

Continuously scan and prioritise donor calls, government RFPs/EOIs, and philanthropic leads,

producing rapid go/no-go briefs and partner/stakeholder maps.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, driving timelines, resource libraries, and internal reviews.
• Draft or polish concept notes, technical narratives, and budgets, incorporating inputs from
  
  

technical, MEL, finance, and HR to deliver compliant, competitive proposals.

• Track donor queries, facilitate timely responses, document lessons learned, and cultivate
  
  

relationships with funders and consortium partners.

• Prepare and submit high-quality reports on program progress, challenges, and successes to the
  
  

National Program Officer. Ensure timely and comprehensive documentation of activities and

outcomes.

• Regular travel to districts and healthcare facilities to monitor the implementation of program
  
  

activities and provide on-ground support.

• Any tasks assigned by the supervisor
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Alternative Medicine, or any other related field
• A Master's in public health (MPH) or equivalent is preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience working in public health programs, especially in maternal and newborn
  
  

health or quality of care initiatives.

• Familiarity with the Indian health system, government health programs (NRHM, NHM), and key
  
  

stakeholders in the healthcare sector.

Preferred Qualifications

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling

work environment.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego

HR.

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