Technical Director, MNCH/N at Family Health International (FHI 360)

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.

FHI 360 is recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Technical Director, MNCH/N

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job ID - 2026200482
Supervisor: Project Director, EpiC Nigeria

Project Summary

• The Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project is a global health initiative funded by United States Department of State (DOS) for the period of 2019–2027.
• The project delivers high-quality technical support at the community, health facility, district, regional and national levels, and builds relationships with relevant partners working to address integrated health programs and global health security issues.
• Our ability to respond quickly to program, technical and procurement needs leverages on our deep bench of country-based clinical, program, and community experts.
• Initially focused on achieving and sustaining HIV epidemic control, EpiC was expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic to support countries in preparedness, response, and health system strengthening, including oxygen systems.
• In Nigeria, EpiC is supporting the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMoH/SW) to strengthen the national Oxygen Ecosystem.
• Our contributions include optimizing pulse oximetry, expanding access to medical oxygen through LOX infrastructure, enhancing healthcare worker capacity on oxygen data management, and supporting the development of a national Quality Assurance and Compliance (QAQC) guideline for oxygen equipment.
• The project received additional Global Health Security (GHS) funding to strengthen national, regional, and local public health systems, building on broad experience and existing capabilities that align with GHS priorities and National Action Plans for Health Security (NAPHS) and US Government goals to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and strengthen health systems for Emerging Infectious Diseases.

Job Summary

• Under the supervision of the Project Director, EpiC Nigeria, the Technical Director, MNCH/N, will be responsible for providing management, technical oversight and strategic direction for integrated maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) and Nutrition service delivery and technical assistance (TA) efforts at both facility and community levels.
• This includes strengthening implementation quality, ensuring adherence to evidence-based guidelines, and supporting government and partners’ capacity to deliver integrated health services.
• The Technical Director, MNCH/N will also ensure that program design and implementation reflect global best practices, national guidelines, and donor requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides technical oversight for integrated MNCH and Nutrition service delivery
• Supports the design and implementation of MNCH and Nutrition activities, at facility and community levels, ensuring technical excellence and consistency with national guidelines.
• Provides technical guidance to state-level teams to strengthen service delivery models, referral systems, and linkages to care.
• Contributes to development of workplans, budgets, MEL frameworks, and donor reporting for MNCH and Nutrition activities.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation, improved efficiency, and enhanced quality of integrated service delivery.
• Leads development and adaptation of tools, SOPs, guidelines, and job aids for MNCH/N programming.
• Ensures integration of evidence-based approaches across continuum of care.
• Strengthens partnerships with government, partners and represents EpiC Nigeria in MNCH/N technical forums, working groups, and donor engagements.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Project Director, EpiC Nigeria

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Extensive knowledge and technical expertise in Advanced MNCH and Nutrition service delivery in low‑resource settings.
• Strong relationship management skills with donors, government agencies, and implementing partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate complex evidence into actionable guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple streams of work and solve complex challenges independently
• Applies advanced technical judgment to guide strategy, solve complex implementation challenges, and influence programmatic direction.
• Directly impacts project performance and FHI 360’s reputation for technical excellence in MNCH/Nutrition service delivery.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and a sound understanding of the political, social, and ethical issues surrounding Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) and Nutrition.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and standard MS Office applications to accurately enter, retrieve, and manage data and information.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time as required by the role.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s degree or international equivalent in Public Health, Global Health, Health Policy, Medicine, Nursing, social sciences, or related field.
• Advanced degree (PhD, DrPH, MD) preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in global health programming.
• Training in implementation research, and health service delivery is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience with integrated MNCH and/or Nutrition programming.
• Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa, including technical assistance to government and local partners.
• Prior work with U.S. (USAID)- and/or BMGF-funded initiatives strongly preferred.
• Experience with complex stakeholder environments and demonstrated success working in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments is required.
• Familiarity with community- and facility-based service delivery approaches.

Typical Physical Demands:                                        

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:           

• Personal Computer/Laptop
• Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams/Zoom, analytic tools, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

•  30% - 40%.

Application Closing Date
3rd April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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