Senior Health Technical Lead
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. The organization has a long-standing presence in Sudan, having operated there from 1981 until 2009, and re-registered in November 201
Job Overview:
The Senior Health Technical Lead will play a crucial role in an upcoming World Bank-funded health project aimed at restoring access to essential health and nutrition services in Sudan. This position is expected to commence in February 2027 and will last for three years. The Senior Health Technical Lead will provide technical leadership and quality assurance for health and nutrition service delivery and health system strengthening activities. This includes overseeing primary health care, hospital services, nutrition programming, disease management, reproductive health, and health information systems. The role requires ensuring that service delivery aligns with national health strategies and World Bank requirements, while also expanding access to essential health services in high-need areas. The Senior Health Technical Lead will lead assessments, oversee nutrition programming, support health workforce strengthening, and provide technical guidance on various health-related initiatives. They will represent the IRC-led consortium in technical coordination mechanisms and ensure compliance with operational policies and frameworks.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Health Technical Lead will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including but not limited to: leading facility readiness assessments and infection prevention and control protocols; overseeing nutrition programming and evidence generation; supporting health workforce strengthening and referral pathways; providing technical guidance on health information systems and disease surveillance; coordinating closely with consortium partners; ensuring compliance with World Bank policies; supporting monitoring mechanisms and community feedback systems; facilitating the phased handover of services from SHARE I to SHARE II; contributing to project reporting and capacity building of local staff; and ensuring continuity of services during transitions. The role will also involve liaising with various stakeholders, including government ministries and international organizations, to reinforce health systems and ensure effective service delivery.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a medical degree (MD/MBBS) or an advanced degree (Master's) in public health, health systems management, or a related field. A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in health systems strengthening and service delivery programming is required, with significant experience in Sudan or similar fragile contexts. Demonstrated technical expertise in health and nutrition, including primary health care, hospital service delivery, and disease management, is essential. Prior experience with large health projects funded by the World Bank or major donors, as well as familiarity with health cluster coordination, is highly desirable. Strong data analysis and technical report writing skills are also necessary, along with experience in multi-partner consortium coordination.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a medical degree (MD/MBBS) or a Master's degree in public health, health systems management, or a related field. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of health systems and the delivery of health services in challenging environments.
Experience:
The position requires a substantial level of experience, specifically a minimum of 10-15 years in health systems strengthening and service delivery programming. Candidates should have significant experience working in Sudan or in comparable fragile, conflict-affected, or access-constrained settings. This experience should encompass various aspects of health and nutrition programming, including management of communicable and non-communicable diseases, reproductive health, and health information systems.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is essential for effective communication and reporting. Proficiency in Arabic is strongly preferred, given the need for field-facing engagement with Ministry of Health counterparts and local communities. This bilingual capability will enhance the effectiveness of the Senior Health Technical Lead in their role.
Additional Notes:
This position is contingent on the outcome of the bid for the World Bank-funded project. The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants based on merit, without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The IRC adheres to professional standards and core values, including integrity, service, equality, and accountability. All IRC workers are expected to uphold these standards and contribute to a safe and respectful work environment.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. The organization has a long-standing presence in Sudan, having operated there from 1981 until 2009, and re-registered in November 201
- Currently, the IRC, in collaboration with a consortium of partners, delivers integrated health and nutrition services across 11 states in Sudan, supporting 640 health facilities and reaching over four million beneficiaries by 202
- The IRC's mission is to respond to the world's most severe humanitarian crises, and it is actively involved in addressing the ongoing humanitarian challenges in Sudan, particularly in light of the recent conflict that has exacerbated the situation for millions of people in need.
Job Overview:
The Senior Health Technical Lead will play a crucial role in an upcoming World Bank-funded health project aimed at restoring access to essential health and nutrition services in Sudan. This position is expected to commence in February 2027 and will last for three years. The Senior Health Technical Lead will provide technical leadership and quality assurance for health and nutrition service delivery and health system strengthening activities. This includes overseeing primary health care, hospital services, nutrition programming, disease management, reproductive health, and health information systems. The role requires ensuring that service delivery aligns with national health strategies and World Bank requirements, while also expanding access to essential health services in high-need areas. The Senior Health Technical Lead will lead assessments, oversee nutrition programming, support health workforce strengthening, and provide technical guidance on various health-related initiatives. They will represent the IRC-led consortium in technical coordination mechanisms and ensure compliance with operational policies and frameworks.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Health Technical Lead will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including but not limited to: leading facility readiness assessments and infection prevention and control protocols; overseeing nutrition programming and evidence generation; supporting health workforce strengthening and referral pathways; providing technical guidance on health information systems and disease surveillance; coordinating closely with consortium partners; ensuring compliance with World Bank policies; supporting monitoring mechanisms and community feedback systems; facilitating the phased handover of services from SHARE I to SHARE II; contributing to project reporting and capacity building of local staff; and ensuring continuity of services during transitions. The role will also involve liaising with various stakeholders, including government ministries and international organizations, to reinforce health systems and ensure effective service delivery.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a medical degree (MD/MBBS) or an advanced degree (Master's) in public health, health systems management, or a related field. A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in health systems strengthening and service delivery programming is required, with significant experience in Sudan or similar fragile contexts. Demonstrated technical expertise in health and nutrition, including primary health care, hospital service delivery, and disease management, is essential. Prior experience with large health projects funded by the World Bank or major donors, as well as familiarity with health cluster coordination, is highly desirable. Strong data analysis and technical report writing skills are also necessary, along with experience in multi-partner consortium coordination.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a medical degree (MD/MBBS) or a Master's degree in public health, health systems management, or a related field. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of health systems and the delivery of health services in challenging environments.
Experience:
The position requires a substantial level of experience, specifically a minimum of 10-15 years in health systems strengthening and service delivery programming. Candidates should have significant experience working in Sudan or in comparable fragile, conflict-affected, or access-constrained settings. This experience should encompass various aspects of health and nutrition programming, including management of communicable and non-communicable diseases, reproductive health, and health information systems.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is essential for effective communication and reporting. Proficiency in Arabic is strongly preferred, given the need for field-facing engagement with Ministry of Health counterparts and local communities. This bilingual capability will enhance the effectiveness of the Senior Health Technical Lead in their role.
Additional Notes:
This position is contingent on the outcome of the bid for the World Bank-funded project. The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants based on merit, without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The IRC adheres to professional standards and core values, including integrity, service, equality, and accountability. All IRC workers are expected to uphold these standards and contribute to a safe and respectful work environment.
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