IPHC‑E Job Vacancy 2026 – Associate (Delivery Team)
Hiring Organization: International Primary Health Care Institute – Ethiopia (IPHC‑E)
Job Title: Associate – Delivery Team
Employment Type: Contract (Full‑time, 1 year with possibility of extension)
Career Level: Senior (5–8 years)
Location Type: Office (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with possible travel)
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: March 16, 2026
About IPHC‑E
The International Primary Health Care Institute – Ethiopia (IPHC‑E) is a globally recognized center of excellence established by the Ministry of Health in 2016. It supports governments and institutions across Africa and beyond in advancing Primary Health Care (PHC), achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), and delivering on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Operating at the intersection of policy, systems design, innovation, and program implementation, IPHC‑E works through five strategic pillars:
- Technical thought partnership and advisory
- Innovation and program incubation
- Capacity building and learning systems
- Evidence generation and policy research
- Systems design and institutional strengthening
Position Overview
The Associate – Delivery Team will anchor key initiatives focused on strategy formulation, analytics, project delivery, and implementation excellence. The role requires strong consulting‑style problem‑solving, project management, and contextual understanding of health systems in low‑ and middle‑income countries.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or co‑lead strategic initiatives in PHC financing, workforce strategy, service delivery models, and digital health.
- Manage end‑to‑end project lifecycle: scoping, planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and delivery.
- Conduct policy analysis, structured problem‑solving, and data modeling.
- Develop clear, actionable reports, presentations, and decision‑making tools.
- Engage with senior government officials, development partners, and technical experts.
- Represent IPHC‑E in external forums and workshops.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to institutional learning.
Job Requirements
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields.
- Master’s degree (MPH, MBA, MPA, MSc in Global Health or similar) strongly preferred.
- Experience:
- 4–6 years of relevant professional experience.
- Prior experience in strategy consulting, public sector advisory, or international development organizations desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership in health sector or cross‑sectoral projects.
- Familiarity with Ethiopia’s health system or other LMIC contexts advantageous.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication in English and Amharic.
- Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
- Collaborative, with strong stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; data visualization skills a plus.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in English and Amharic is mandatory.
- Additional regional language skills are an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Cover letter outlining qualifications and interest.
- Current CV (maximum 3 pages).
- Contact information for 2 professional references.
👉 Apply online via: Apply via Application Form
Application Period: Within 7 consecutive days from the date of announcement.