P4P Program Manager , Tanzania

Since 2002, the Clinton Health Access Initiative, CHAI (formerly the Clinton HIV/AIDS Initiative), has been assisting developing countries in implementing large-scale, integrated HIV care, treatment, and prevention programs. CHAI is currently active in Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and Eastern Europe. In support of national HIV/AIDS programs, CHAI provides technical assistance, mobilizes human and financial resources, and facilitates the sharing of best practices across projects. CHAI has also negotiated agreements with leading pharmaceutical companies that have lowered the cost of HIV/AIDS and malaria diagnostics and treatment in the developing world by 30-90%. Our ultimate objectives are to make high-quality HIV/AIDS and malaria care and treatment available to all who need it, and to partner with governments and other stakeholders to strengthen healthcare systems and develop sustainable strategies to overcome obstacles to scale-up. CHAI is currently seeking candidates for the position of Program Manager to manage the P4P (Pay for Performance) team in Tanzania. In partnership with the Government of Tanzania, CHAI has helped design and test a results-based financing approach over the past 18 months in the Pwani Region. The goal of P4P Pilot is to accelerate the reduction of maternal, neonatal and child morbidity and mortality through improving reproductive and child health services. It also aims to increase the generation and use of health information for decision making, leading to improved health outcomes; and to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health system through motivating health care workers to provide quality services. The program is already showing positive outcomes and discussions are on-going with regards to a national scale-up in mid-2013. The P4P Program Manager will work hand-in-hand with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) as part of the Pilot Management Team (PMT). As the head of one of our programs, he/she will also be part of CHAI Tanzania’s management team, working collaboratively with the Country Director and other Program Managers to successfully execute CHAI Tanzania’s programmatic objectives. The Program Manager’s primary report will be to the Country Director, with a secondary reporting line to CHAI’s global Director, Health Systems Strengthening. He/she will be a highly committed and results-focused individual, with strong and proven strategic and analytical skills, and exceptional written and oral communication skills targeting a broad variety of stakeholders. He/she must be a team leader and a team player, demonstrating tenacity, resourcefulness and humility working a highly entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities:

Program Manager Responsibilities: Define CHAI's overall strategy within the program area, develop clear operational plans for execution, and continually identify opportunities for CHAI to add value and maximize impact Collaborate with government at national, provincial and district levels to ensure skills transfer and government ownership, identify the most critical hurdles to scale-up, and develop innovative strategies to address them. In particular: Provide technical and program management support to the MOHSW’s P4P Coordinator for deliverables relating to project development, planning, budgeting and reporting. Ensure proper coordination of P4P issues among various MOHSW units including the RCHS section, M&E section and other support units. Support the P4P Coordinator in preparation of reports and other analytical documents related to the Pilot and its scale-up. Assist the P4P Coordinator in preparation of documents and presentation to the P4P Advisory Committee and in following up the recommendations, advice and directions. Provide logistical guidance for the MOHSW’s communication with all P4P stakeholders. Provide support to the RHMT and CHMTs in implementing the Pilot and its expansion. Liaise closely with technical partners in government to monitor and evaluate interventions against objectives and targets, bringing in technical expertise when needed to ensure rapid implementation Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure maximum coordination of resources and effort for successful implementation and scale-up Address implementation bottlenecks as they arise. Manage and coach CHAI team to ensure everyone is working towards the same objectives. Liaise with the CHAI M&E Team to support HMIS activities relevant for P4P in Pwani region. Liaise, together with the Country Director, with relevant CHAI donors and be responsible for reporting requirements and budgets. Support CHAI’s resource mobilization efforts in relation to this program. Provide advice and support to other programs within CHAI Tanzania and in other countries on related health financing issues as the need arises and time permits. Actively participate in CHAI Tanzania Program Management team to ensure successful achievement of programmatic objectives across spectrum of programs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree 5+ years of working experience in the private or public sector, with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership, including direct project management experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet applications Experience working/living in resource-poor settings Demonstrated strong analytical, leadership, and problem solving skills Proven ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders and drive immediate results Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in public health, business administration, international relations, communications, development, finance, political science, sociology or equivalent through experience Experience working and communicating with government officials and multilateral organizations Knowledge of global healthcare systems, health informatics, health financing. Fluency/proficiency in local language

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