Technical Director, MNCH/N

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Director, MNCH/N

Job Requisition ID: 2026201059
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time

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.
• The Technical Director, MNCH/N will also ensure that program design and implementation reflect global best practices, national guidelines, and donor requirements.
• This includes strengthening implementation quality, ensuring adherence to evidence-based guidelines, and supporting government and partners’ capacity to deliver integrated health services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides technical oversight for integrated MNCH and Nutrition service delivery
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
• 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
• Contributes to development of workplans, budgets, MEL frameworks, and donor reporting for MNCH and Nutrition activities.
• Provides technical guidance to state-level teams to strengthen service delivery models, referral systems, and linkages to care.
• Leads development and adaptation of tools, SOPs, guidelines, and job aids for MNCH/N programming.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation, improved efficiency, and enhanced quality of integrated service delivery.
• They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.
• Supports the design and implementation of MNCH and Nutrition activities, at facility and community levels, ensuring technical excellence and consistency with national guidelines.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s Degree or international equivalent in Public Health, Global Health, Health Policy, Medicine, Nursing, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams/Zoom, analytic tools, and standard office equipment.
• Training in implementation research, and health service delivery is an asset.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Typical office environment.
• Prior work with U.S. (USAID)- and/or BMGF-funded initiatives strongly preferred.
• Advanced Degree (PhD, DrPH, MD) preferred.
• Familiarity with community- and facility-based service delivery approaches.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in global health programming.
• Experience with complex stakeholder environments and demonstrated success working in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments is required.
• Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa, including technical assistance to government and local partners.
• Personal Computer/Laptop
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
• Demonstrated experience with integrated MNCH and/or Nutrition programming.
• Technology to be Used:
• Typical Physical Demands:

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

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