Associate Director, Programs leading CHAI Tanzania's health initiatives and strengthening partnerships with the Government of Tanzania. Responsible for program oversight and delivering measurable health outcomes.
Responsibilities
Establish and drive the programmatic strategy for CHAI Tanzania in close collaboration with the Country Director
Oversee implementation across all programs, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and budget, and with measurable results
Strengthen communication and coordination across program teams to maximize impact and optimize resource use
Lead regular portfolio reviews and adaptive management processes to identify risks, resolve bottlenecks, and capture opportunities for greater impact
Identify key implementation challenges and work with the Ministry of Health and partners to develop practical solutions
Provide strategic technical guidance to program teams and support the Government of Tanzania in leading discussions and decisions across priority health areas
Contribute technical input to national policies, strategies, plans, guidelines, and programs across CHAI’s areas of engagement
Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior government counterparts and partners, representing CHAI in technical working groups, partner forums, and regional meetings
Directly supervise Program Managers, providing coaching, mentorship, and regular performance feedback
Ensure high-quality technical outputs and external communications aligned with CHAI standards
Requirements
Master's degree in Public Health, Public Policy, International Development, Health Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
At least 8–10 years of progressive experience in public health program management in low- and middle-income countries, with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership, including resource mobilization and strategic planning
Proven track record as a strong leader, with substantial experience in building, managing, and mentoring diverse, multi-disciplinary teams
Critical and strategic thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to think creatively about long-term program goals and the detailed steps needed to achieve those goals
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to diplomatically and clearly communicate complex ideas with well-developed structure and logic
Ability to navigate complex government processes and favorably influence decision-making in a professional and collaborative manner
Ability to work with humility and not seek personal credit for the work or contributions, even where credit is due; commitment to ensuring our government partner is the owner of our work together
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Well-developed project management skills, including experience managing program budgets, work plans, and performance monitoring
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure and with limited resources
Strong work ethic, integrity, and a deep personal commitment to producing results
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Benefits
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Committed to providing an environment of fairness and mutual respect
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