Senior Program Manager
Job snapshot
Jhpiego is recruiting a Senior Program Manager. The role sits in a development programme, with delivery, reporting, and donor compliance at its centre. The post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, closing on Oct 8, 2027.
| Role | Senior Program Manager |
|---|---|
| Employer | Jhpiego |
| Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
| Deadline | Oct 8, 2027 |
Jhpiego runs donor-funded health programmes and is hiring for the advertised Tanzania team.
Role overview
Jhpiego has an open vacancy for for this vacancy in the advertised role on this listing on this listing Senior Program Manager in for this vacancy as covered here in as covered here the advertised role in in the advertised role the advertised role on as covered here this listing Dar es Salaam Tanzania.
The AFGHS project is funded by as covered here for this vacancy on in the advertised role this listing the U S.
Department of State DoS to in the advertised role for this vacancy on in the advertised role this listing support the delivery of in the advertised role on this listing on this listing in for this vacancy the advertised role on as covered here this listing lifesaving comprehensive maternal newborn and as covered here for this vacancy child health MNCH and as covered here malaria service.
Key responsibilities
- Facilitate joint planning implementation for this vacancy as covered here reviews problem solving with as covered here for this vacancy government on this listing counterparts implementing partners remaining stakeholders to for this vacancy as covered here address implementation gaps and in the advertised role on this listing as for this vacancy covered here bottlenecks and on this listing maintain progress t.
- Making sure alignment of in the advertised role as covered here discipline as covered here activities over project supported regions to in the advertised role on this listing for in the advertised role this vacancy optimize efficiency and coverage.
- Supervision and for this vacancy as covered here as covered here as on this listing covered here Performance as for this vacancy covered here Management Provide direct operational and as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy in the advertised role administrative supervision to as covered here Discipline Team Leaders and on this listing the Senior Program Officer.
- Discipline Implementation Management and in for this vacancy on this listing the for this vacancy advertised role Integration on in the advertised role this listing Lead implementation management and as covered here in the advertised role coordination of on this listing discipline execution over project supported regions.
- Translate approved work plan in for this vacancy as covered here the in the advertised role advertised role into as as covered here covered here integrated implementation in the advertised role schedules deployment plans execution timelines.
- Supporting coordination with in on this listing the advertised role remaining in the advertised role DoS implementing partners and for in the advertised role this vacancy related stakeholders at regional and for this vacancy in the advertised role council levels to for this vacancy in the advertised role on this listing advance complementarity integration efficient use of in the advertised role resources avoidance of duplication.
- Making sure discipline teams work closely with as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy as for this vacancy covered here RHMTs and for as covered here this vacancy CHMTs to as covered here as covered here coordinate as covered here discipline implementation align project activities with on this listing as covered here regional and as covered here council priorities and on this listing work plans strengthen government leadership ownership a.
- Monitoring implementation progress and for as covered here this vacancy on this in the advertised role listing identify as covered for this vacancy here delays gaps or in in the advertised role for this vacancy for this vacancy the for this vacancy advertised role risks escalating issues to in the advertised role on this listing the Sr Director and as covered here on this listing Technical Directors with in the advertised role analysis and options.
Requirements
- The SPM works with in on this listing the advertised role Discipline Team Leaders and as covered here for this vacancy government counterparts to in the advertised role for in for this vacancy the advertised role this on this listing vacancy integrate project in on this listing the advertised role supported activities inside national as covered here regional council plans budgets for this vacancy systems routine service delivery.
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- As the custodian of in the advertised role as covered here as in the advertised role covered here the on for this vacancy this listing project workplan the in on this listing as covered here the for this vacancy advertised role SPM on as covered here this listing monitors progress against approved milestones and in the advertised role as covered here payment for this vacancy linked deliverables identifies implementation gaps and as covered here risks coordinates corrective actions to support.
- Apply on Jhpiego careers.
- Strengthen subnational capacity and accountability.
- And progressively shift appropriate in as covered here the advertised role implementation on this listing management monitoring standard improvement functions to on this listing as covered here government and as covered here for this vacancy as in the advertised role covered here local on on this listing this listing structures while maintaining continuity and on this listing standard of essential services.
- Reporting to the Sr Project Director and on this listing for this vacancy on for this vacancy this listing working closely with on this listing as covered here for as covered here this vacancy for for this vacancy this vacancy the in for this vacancy the advertised role Project Management Team on for this vacancy this listing Technical Directors in the advertised role MEL team Discipline Team Leaders the SPM leads day to for this vacancy day implementation planning coordination perform.
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- The SPM plays a central role in for this vacancy as covered here securing for this vacancy that implementation is government led and as covered here on this listing for for this vacancy this vacancy designed for in the advertised role on this listing sustainability and in the advertised role for in the advertised role this vacancy transition from the outset.
- This position will be in in the advertised role for this vacancy the for this vacancy advertised role closed in on this listing the advertised role on October 15 2026.
Key skills
- Environmental Sustainability
- Project Management
- Programme Delivery
- Donor Reporting
- Stakeholder Coordination
How to apply
Apply via the Jhpiego careers portal for on this listing as covered here this Senior Program Manager.
Common questions
- What role is open?
- Jhpiego is recruiting a Senior Program Manager.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- When does it close?
- The closing date is Oct 8, 2027.
- How do I apply?
- Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the Jhpiego site
Jobconnect application guidance
Before applying for Senior Program Manager, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Oct 8, 2027.
- Identify 2-3 requirements from the advert and make sure they are clearly visible in your CV, cover letter, or application message.
- Prepare a short application message that mentions the exact job title and why you fit the role.
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For Senior Program Manager at Jhpiego, align your CV with the location and role context: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Interview preparation
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Advert requirement: Strengthen subnational capacity and accountability. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Reporting to the Sr Project Director and on this listing for this vacancy on for this vacancy this listing working closely with on this listing as covered here for as covered here this vacancy for for this vacancy this vacancy the in for this vacancy the advertised role Project Management Team on for this vacancy this listing Technical Directors in the advertised role MEL team Discipline Team Leaders the SPM leads day to for this vacancy day implementation planning coordination perform. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Apply on Jhpiego careers. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: And progressively shift appropriate in as covered here the advertised role implementation on this listing management monitoring standard improvement functions to on this listing as covered here government and as covered here for this vacancy as in the advertised role covered here local on on this listing this listing structures while maintaining continuity and on this listing standard of essential services. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: As the custodian of in the advertised role as covered here as in the advertised role covered here the on for this vacancy this listing project workplan the in on this listing as covered here the for this vacancy advertised role SPM on as covered here this listing monitors progress against approved milestones and in the advertised role as covered here payment for this vacancy linked deliverables identifies implementation gaps and as covered here risks coordinates corrective actions to support. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Senior Program Manager position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Senior Program Manager. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Key skills How to apply shared questions Strengthen subnational capacity and in the advertised role accountability Reporting to for this vacancy the S.
I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Discipline Implementation Management and in the advertised role Integration Lead implementation management and coordination of discipline execution over project supported.... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Oct 8, 2027.
Thank you for considering my application.
How to apply for this job
For Senior Program Manager, use the method in this advert and finish before October 8, 2027.
- Apply on the official Jhpiego iCIMS careers portal for this vacancy
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