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Associate Director, Technical Services and Service Readiness at Jhpiego Nigeria – Abuja
Jhpiego Nigeria is seeking an Associate Director, Technical Services and Service Readiness in Abuja. The role will ensure that infrastructure and equipment investments translate into stronger facility performance and improved service delivery.
Service Readiness Strengthening
- Lead assessments of facility readiness and operational requirements.
- Ensure infrastructure and equipment investments align with the clinical services facilities are expected to provide.
- Support the operationalisation of upgraded facilities.
Workforce Capacity Development
- Develop and implement training plans for healthcare workers.
- Ensure competency-based training on newly deployed equipment and infrastructure.
- Establish mentorship and supportive-supervision systems.
Clinical Technology Utilisation
- Lead user training and post-installation support.
- Promote safe and effective use of oxygen systems, CPAP, phototherapy, radiant warmers, cold-chain systems and emergency obstetric equipment.
- Monitor staff competency and equipment utilisation rates.
Quality Improvement
- Support facility quality-improvement processes.
- Strengthen compliance with clinical protocols, infection prevention and control (IPC) standards, and patient-safety requirements.
- Conduct service-readiness reviews and performance assessments.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Advanced Degree in Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, Health Systems or a related field.
- At least 15 years of experience in health-workforce development, service-delivery improvement or clinical-systems strengthening.
- Experience supporting maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) and emergency-care services.
Organisation-wide Expectations
Jhpiego staff are expected to model the organisation’s mission and values, contribute to business development and knowledge sharing, make accountable decisions that support time and cost containment, participate actively in teams, take responsibility for assigned actions, provide feedback and manage competing priorities.
How to apply
Submit your application through Jhpiego's online recruitment portal for job ID 2026-8330.
Deadline: Not specified; apply as soon as possible.
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About the employer
Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, works to improve healthcare services for women and their families.
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