Program Manager, Assistive Technology & Eye Health
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, dedicated to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low- and middle-income countries. CHAI works at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector in creating and sustaining high-quality health systems. Initially established to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic, CHAI has since expanded its focus to include a wide range of health challenges, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases such as cancer and diabetes. With a presence in over 40 countries, CHAI emphasizes the importance of sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead solutions and that programs are designed for national scalability. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances its mission and effectiveness.
Job Overview:
The Program Manager for Assistive Technology (AT) and Eye Health at CHAI Cambodia will provide strategic, technical, and programmatic leadership for the organization's growing portfolio in these areas. This role involves close collaboration with government counterparts, particularly within the Ministry of Health, as well as with development partners, donors, and implementing partners. The Program Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling high-impact interventions aimed at improving access to quality and affordable AT and eye health services. The position requires identifying emerging needs, supporting resource mobilization, and contributing to policy discussions, all while ensuring effective program delivery and engagement with government and partners. The Program Manager will oversee a team and report to the Senior Program Manager for Primary Health Care and Integration, with the role contingent upon funding confirmation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will lead strategic and programmatic initiatives for CHAI's AT and Eye Health portfolio, including the development and implementation of program strategies, annual work plans, and budgets. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations of AT programs, coordinating implementation across various workstreams, and strengthening systems for service delivery. The role also involves leading the eye health portfolio, supporting government efforts to enhance eye health services, and ensuring effective engagement with government and partners. The Program Manager will oversee grant and financial management, monitor program performance, and ensure compliance with donor requirements. Additionally, the role includes team leadership, fostering a collaborative team culture, and contributing to broader organizational priorities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in public health, health systems, international development, or a related field, or a relevant bachelor’s degree with substantial professional experience. A minimum of 10-12 years of relevant experience in managing public health or development programs is required, with specific experience in assistive technology, disability inclusion, or eye health preferred. Strong project management skills, experience with government stakeholders, and the ability to develop and manage program budgets are essential. Candidates should demonstrate strategic and analytical skills, strong people-management experience, and excellent communication skills in English.
Educational Background:
A Master’s degree in public health, health systems, international development, public policy, management, or a related field is required. A relevant bachelor’s degree combined with substantial professional experience may also be considered sufficient for this role.
Experience:
The position requires at least 10-12 years of relevant professional experience, including progressively responsible roles in managing public health, health systems, or development programs. Experience in assistive technology, disability inclusion, rehabilitation, or eye health is highly desirable, along with demonstrated experience in managing complex programs and working with government counterparts.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Khmer is an advantage, as it would enhance communication within the Cambodian health and disability sectors.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The role involves significant collaboration with government and partners, and the Program Manager will be expected to travel within Cambodia as required. The position is contingent upon confirmation and receipt of funding, and CHAI is committed to providing an equitable work environment.
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, dedicated to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low- and middle-income countries. CHAI works at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector in creating and sustaining high-quality health systems. Initially established to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic, CHAI has since expanded its focus to include a wide range of health challenges, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases such as cancer and diabetes. With a presence in over 40 countries, CHAI emphasizes the importance of sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead solutions and that programs are designed for national scalability. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances its mission and effectiveness.
Job Overview:
The Program Manager for Assistive Technology (AT) and Eye Health at CHAI Cambodia will provide strategic, technical, and programmatic leadership for the organization's growing portfolio in these areas. This role involves close collaboration with government counterparts, particularly within the Ministry of Health, as well as with development partners, donors, and implementing partners. The Program Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling high-impact interventions aimed at improving access to quality and affordable AT and eye health services. The position requires identifying emerging needs, supporting resource mobilization, and contributing to policy discussions, all while ensuring effective program delivery and engagement with government and partners. The Program Manager will oversee a team and report to the Senior Program Manager for Primary Health Care and Integration, with the role contingent upon funding confirmation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will lead strategic and programmatic initiatives for CHAI's AT and Eye Health portfolio, including the development and implementation of program strategies, annual work plans, and budgets. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations of AT programs, coordinating implementation across various workstreams, and strengthening systems for service delivery. The role also involves leading the eye health portfolio, supporting government efforts to enhance eye health services, and ensuring effective engagement with government and partners. The Program Manager will oversee grant and financial management, monitor program performance, and ensure compliance with donor requirements. Additionally, the role includes team leadership, fostering a collaborative team culture, and contributing to broader organizational priorities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in public health, health systems, international development, or a related field, or a relevant bachelor’s degree with substantial professional experience. A minimum of 10-12 years of relevant experience in managing public health or development programs is required, with specific experience in assistive technology, disability inclusion, or eye health preferred. Strong project management skills, experience with government stakeholders, and the ability to develop and manage program budgets are essential. Candidates should demonstrate strategic and analytical skills, strong people-management experience, and excellent communication skills in English.
Educational Background:
A Master’s degree in public health, health systems, international development, public policy, management, or a related field is required. A relevant bachelor’s degree combined with substantial professional experience may also be considered sufficient for this role.
Experience:
The position requires at least 10-12 years of relevant professional experience, including progressively responsible roles in managing public health, health systems, or development programs. Experience in assistive technology, disability inclusion, rehabilitation, or eye health is highly desirable, along with demonstrated experience in managing complex programs and working with government counterparts.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Khmer is an advantage, as it would enhance communication within the Cambodian health and disability sectors.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The role involves significant collaboration with government and partners, and the Program Manager will be expected to travel within Cambodia as required. The position is contingent upon confirmation and receipt of funding, and CHAI is committed to providing an equitable work environment.
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