Primary Health Care Lead – Lesotho HSS, PHC, and cGBV Support Activity
Job Description
PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships, and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.
PATH is seeking a qualified Primary Health Care (PHC) Lead for the anticipated Lesotho Millennium Development Authority (LMDA)-funded Health Systems Strengthening, Primary Health Care, and Counter Gender-Based Violence (HSS/PHC/cGBV) Support Activity. The program is expected to achieve improved health outcomes by strengthening the Lesotho primary health care system through: 1) improving the quality and availability of essential primary health services; 2) improved management capacity of DHMTs to plan and deliver PHC services; and 3) and improved services through better data use for decision making at the DHMT level.
PATH works to accelerate health equity by bringing together public institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and investors to solve the most pressing health challenges. PATH implements innovative, sustainable health solutions in Southern Africa and globally that align with Lesotho’s needs and priorities, empowering millions of Africans to transform their own health.
The PHC Lead will serve as the primary PHC subject matter expert for this contract. The PHC Lead will work with all members of the project team to ensure activities are state of the art and informed by evidence and deliverables are completed in a timely manner. The position is based in Lesotho.
Please note this position is contingent upon award to PATH and approval from MCC/LMDA. Lesotho nationals are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of evidence based high-quality PHC technical assistance in collaboration with key project staff, MCC/LMDA, Government of Lesotho, and other relevant national and regional stakeholders.
- Supervise multi-disciplinary team for the implementation of technical assistance and capacity building interventions for PHC data use and service delivery improvements, particularly to DHMTs
- Work closely with project staff and implementing partners to identify, document, and disseminate best practices.
- Assist the Project Director with all aspects of project operations including technical oversight, human resources, recruiting and training staff, and developing an experienced team with distinct roles and responsibilities.
- Serve as acting Project Director when necessary; represent the project before MCC/LMDA and project stakeholders as necessary.
Required Experience
Required Qualifications:
- Clinical degree and/or advanced degree in public health or health management, health policy or financing or another relevant field
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience working with primary health care services
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of international best practices regarding referral systems, triage, patient record keeping, developing clinical practice guidelines and associated standard operating procedures
- Demonstrated expertise to work collaboratively
- Proven experience leading teams or workstreams
- Strong verbal and written skills in the English language
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Desired Experience:
- Understanding or experience working on MCC-funded projects; previous experience leading (or managing) USG contracts
- Experience providing technical assistance to ministries of health
- Familiarity with the health system in Lesotho
- Experience working with health systems in sub-Saharan Africa
- Experience using human-centered practices
- Experience in mentoring technical and non-technical staff
- Understanding of international public health
- Experience working in public health systems, especially those with no or limited fees for service
- Familiarity with the integration of GBV prevention, treatment, and referral desirable
PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.
PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.