Technical Director, Indonesia Maternal Newborn Health (MNH) Flagship Activity

The World at AbtSolving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game. To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.The OpportunityAbt Associates seeks a Technical Director for the upcoming USAID-funded Maternal Newborn Health (MNH) Flagship Activity in Indonesia. This Activity will draw upon valuable insights gained from existing Government of Indonesia (GOI) programs and past USAID initiatives. It aims to enhance and expand successful strategies at both provincial and national levels, taking advantage of the recent lending program by Multilateral Development Banks for acquiring and installing necessary equipment. Moreover, the Activity will proactively evaluate emerging challenges to maternal and newborn health outcomes to refine practices. It will integrate considerations of climate and gender. The implementation will prioritize the delivery of technical assistance at the province and district levels, with the aim of bolstering the expansion of effective approaches and interventions to a province-wide scale. This effort will concentrate on achieving three primary objectives: Objective 1) Strengthening the supply of quality maternal and newborn health services, 2) Improving the demand for quality services through social behavior change communication and accountability mechanisms, and 3) Fostering innovations and building the evidence base to inform national and sub-national policy reforms which will establish institutional quality standards. The Technical Director will work with the Chief of Party on the design, roll-out, and day-to-day management and implementation of interventions. The Technical Director provides management oversight for technical staff and overall technical guidance for the project. He or she will report to the project’s Chief of Party. This position is contingent upon a successful contract award to Abt Global.Core Responsibilities Work closely with other members of the senior management team to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach across all project activities. Work with staff to identify and define TA needs of local Indonesian organizations and government counterparts in implementation of innovations designed to reduce Maternal and Neonatal morbidity and mortality. Support project staff, consultants and partners to ensure a high-quality transfer of skills and knowledge to Indonesia institutions and communities. Proactively identifies Indonesian organizations as potential grantees. Manages a team of staff and ensures that those staff members understand their roles, responsibilities and level of accountability for implementation of project activities towards achievement of project results; arranges for training and skill building of team members as required for them to perform optimally in their roles. Participate in technical networks, meetings and select technical working groups, as appropriate, to represent the project and ensure collaboration of relevant technical work. Other duties as assigned. What We Value A minimum of a clinical degree in medicine or midwifery, preferably combined with a Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Public Health and 8 years of relevant experience. At least 5 years of experience in a senior technical position for a public health and/or international development project, preferably focused on maternal newborn health Demonstrated experience in building capacity with the public sector, civil society, and private sector. Demonstrated management skills, including relevant experience in direct supervision of professional staff. Experience working in Indonesia in similar health systems and issues. Effective written and oral communication, presentation, and representational skills. The ability to travel extensively to program locations within Indonesia, as required. Fluency in English What We OfferWe foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.Abt is committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate background checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Abt Associates also participates in the . In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. 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