Hybrid Associate Programs Director

at Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.

• Job title: Associate Programs Director
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Tech skills: Chai
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Tanzania

About the role

• 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