Full-Time Senior Country Program Officer

• Support development and execution of country specific plans.
• Lead representative for Beginnings Fund in one to two countries.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with government and provide technical support.
• Support country engagement with EWENE and updates to acceleration plans.
• Support the MOH to pursue complementary investments.
• Manage all grant investments in the country investment plan.
• Manage processes for grantee reporting and conduct internal reporting reviews.
• Refine and ensure high quality grantmaking processes.
• Serve as a thought partner to the Program Director and Measurement and Evaluation team.
• Explore opportunities for collaboration and partnership to enhance program reach and sustainability.
• Provide regular updates to the Technical Advisory Group and reports to the Investment Committee.
• Represent the Beginnings Fund with government, donors and grantees.

• Minimum 8-12 years of experience working in program management, design, grant making, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation
• Advanced degree in public health, Global Health, International Relations, or related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of priority maternal and newborn health interventions
• Experience working with African governments, nongovernmental organizations, multilateral organizations, and other implementing organizations, preferably in maternal and newborn health
• Familiarity with the Global Health architecture and its operational frameworks
• Knowledge of health systems and key players in Beginnings Fund focus countries and maternal and newborn health programming
• Proven ability to effectively manage complex partnerships, projects, and budgets
• Exceptional interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative and team-driven mindset with a strong work ethic
• Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills

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