National Program Manager – Evidence Generation for Quality of Care

Jhpiego is a nonprofit global health leader and an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University dedicated to saving lives, improving health, and transforming futures. We work with governments, health experts, and local communities to develop the skills and systems that ensure a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego applies the latest science and best practices to moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families—the moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a newborn breathe. Through our partnerships, we are transforming healthcare for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable populations.

In India, Jhpiego collaborates with national and state governments across various states, providing technical assistance in family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and addressing non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the David & Lucile Packard Foundation, the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), MSD for Mothers, and other anonymous donors. Building on this foundation, Jhpiego is implementing a flagship multi-phase research study titled “Understanding the Effect of Accreditation on Maternal and Perinatal Health Outcomes, with a Focus on Mixed-Health Systems.” Supported by MSD for Mothers and conducted in partnership with the World Health Organization and Ariadne Labs, this study aims to generate solid evidence on how hospital accreditation—both standard and enhanced Accreditation+ models—affects maternal and newborn health outcomes.

The study involves developing global case studies, designing a hospital accreditation using a human-centered care model, overseeing field operations, and analyzing data from a clusterrandomized trial and implementation research. It will conclude with the dissemination of results at both global and national levels. In this context, the National Program Manager will provide strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight of the study in India. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth delivery of programs, engaging stakeholders, and aligning with donor and government priorities, while further establishing Jhpiego’s position as a thought leader in quality care and accreditation.

• Program Leadership and Strategy: Provide strategic leadership for the national rollout of the Cluster Randomized trial and Implementation research study, ensuring alignment with Manyata V operations
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong partnerships with government ministries, NABH, FOGSI, WHO, Ariadne Labs, donors, and other key stakeholders.
• Team Management and Support: Provide oversight to state-level staff ( research team), and field coordinators; ensure teams are trained, supported, and performing to program standards.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Integration: Work closely with MEL and research teams to track implementation fidelity, data collection, and study progress. Ensure evidence feeds back into decision-making.
• Quality Assurance and Technical Support: Ensure timely submission for mandatory ethical and regulatory approvals
• Oversee the implementation of the research protocols at the field level and liaise with technical leadership for course correction as required
• Oversee program budgets, monitor study expenditure, and contribute to fundraising efforts, development, and socialization of concept notes
• Reporting and Documentation: Deliver timely donor and government reports, success stories, and knowledge products. Ensure visibility of Jhpiego’s role in advancing the Quality-of-Care models
• Advocacy and Policy Support: Advocate for the integration of appropriate Quality-of-Care models into government policy frameworks and national/state quality initiatives.
• Represent Jhpiego in national and state-level forums.

• Graduate degree in Medicine with registration in the respective council; MPH or equivalent preferred.
• At least 13-15 years’ progressive program management experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles in maternal-newborn health, accreditation, or health systems strengthening.
• Proven ability to manage large, multi-state public health programs and multi-stakeholder consortia.
• Strong donor and government engagement skills, with experience in advocacy and policy influence.
• Excellent communication (English and Hindi), financial management, and team leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with India’s public health system, MCH programs, National Health Mission, Ayushman Bharat, and quality improvement/accreditation programs.
• Willingness to travel extensively.Travel: Conduct frequent visits to study states/districts (30–40% travel expected) to monitor implementation and provide technical support.