Pact is an international nonprofit that works in nearly 40 countries building solutions for human development that are evidence-based, data-driven and owned by the communities we serve. Founded in 1971, Pact works with partners to build resilience, improve accountability, and strengthen knowledge and skills for sustainable social impact.
Position Overview
The Senior Technical Manager serves as the key link between national-level project leadership and district implementation teams, ensuring harmonized planning, performance management, quality assurance, and accountability across all supported districts.
Position Overview
The Senior Technical Manager serves as the key link between national-level project leadership and district implementation teams, ensuring harmonized planning, performance management, quality assurance, and accountability across all supported districts.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Lilongwe
- Category: Healthcare
- Closing Date: 2026-08-31
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership in the design, coordination, and supervision of technical approaches aimed at strengthening high-quality, integrated MNCH/Nutrition/HIV services, including but not limited to:
- Provide overall leadership and supervision to District Managers to ensure effective MNCH program implementation.
- Translate project strategies into district-level operational plans and ensure alignment with national policies and guidelines (e.g., Ministry of Health standards).
- Monitor district performance against targets and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
- Support integration of maternal, newborn, child health, nutrition, and cross-cutting components (e.g. safeguarding, community engagement).
- Conduct regular performance reviews of District Managers.
- Lead routine supportive supervision visits and field monitoring.
- Ensure quality improvement (QI) approaches are implemented across districts.
- Review district work plans, budgets, and reports for accuracy and compliance.
- Identify capacity gaps and develop mentoring and coaching plans.
- Facilitate peer learning forums among District Managers.
- Represent the project in national and sub-national coordination forums.
- Strengthen collaboration with District Health Offices (DHOs), Ministry of Health, and implementing partners.
- Ensure effective alignment with other donors and stakeholders supporting MNCH.
- Support cost-effective implementation and accountability for resources.
- Ensure timely submission of high-quality district reports.
- Contribute to quarterly and annual donor reports.
- Lead learning reviews and adaptive management processes.
- Ensure safeguarding, child protection, and ethical standards are upheld.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, including 4 years of management experience.
- Minimum of a Bachelors’ Degree in Nursing and Midwifery, Degree in Public Health, Health Management or relevant health field. Those with advanced Post-Graduate training in Public Health will have an added advantage.
- At least 5 years’ experience delivering, overseeing, and providing technical assistance in maternal and newborn health
- Experience working at both health facility and community levels
- Experience using low-dose high-frequency and other training, coaching, and mentorship capacity strengthening approaches
- Demonstrated experience leading successful teams, achieving deliverables on time and within budget, and interacting effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of senior and mid-level public and private sector counterparts, donors, and other key stakeholders.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with government and civil society stakeholders.
- Experience integrating malaria in pregnancy (MiP), nutrition, and HIV-focused services in MNH care.
- Experience providing technical assistance, capacity strengthening, supportive supervision, and performance monitoring in MNH.
- Demonstrated experience leading successful teams, achieving deliverables on time and within budget, and interacting effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of senior and mid-level public and private sector counterparts, donors, and other key stakeholders.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with government and civil society stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, presentation, communication and reporting skills.
- Sound IT knowledge and skills in word processing, spreadsheet, databases, presentations
- Ability to work independently, good leadership and communication skills, ability to work with people from all backgrounds
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Ability to speak other Malawian local languages.
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About the Company
Pact operates in Malawi as part of its global development work, with a verified presence focused on environmental governance and community resilience. Its Malawi-based initiatives have enabled communities and local government to protect four of Malawi’s main lakes — including Lake Malawi, Lake Chilwa, Lake Chiuta, and Lake Kazuni — which are vital to livelihoods and public health. The organization works directly with district councils, traditional leaders, and fisherfolk associations across southern and eastern Malawi. Pact’s consortium-led approach emphasizes capacity building, natural resource co-management, and climate-adaptive planning within Malawi’s decentralised governance framework.
Strengthening communities and local government to protect Malawi's lakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications do I need to become a Senior Technical Manager for a health programme like ACHIEVE in Malawi?
Employers typically look for a Master's degree in public health, nursing, medicine, social sciences, or a related field, plus at least 7–10 years of experience in HIV/AIDS or health programming. Registration with relevant Malawian professional bodies (such as the Nurses and Midwives Council or Medical Council) is an advantage. Strong experience with USAID-funded projects is often preferred.
What are the day-to-day responsibilities of this district oversight role?
The role involves providing technical oversight of HIV service delivery across districts, supporting district health offices, supervising implementing partners, and monitoring programme performance against targets. You would also mentor facility-level staff, analyse data from DHIS2, and represent the project in District Executive Committee and other coordination meetings. Regular travel to districts and facilities is expected.
How much travel should I expect in this position?
District oversight roles typically require substantial field travel, often 40–60% of your time visiting health facilities and district health offices. You should be prepared for travel to hard-to-reach areas, sometimes with basic accommodation. Employers usually provide transport allowances and per diems according to their policies.
What benefits can I expect when working for an NGO like Pact in Malawi?
International NGOs in Malawi commonly offer medical aid coverage, pension contributions, paid annual leave, and sometimes housing or transport allowances. Benefits vary by employer and contract type, so review the offer carefully. Some organisations also support professional development and training opportunities.
What career growth paths are available after this role?
Strong performers often progress to national technical advisor positions, Chief of Party roles, or senior programme management within NGOs. Experience on USAID-funded projects like ACHIEVE is highly valued across the donor-funded health sector in Malawi and the region. Building skills in grants management and government engagement also opens doors to Ministry of Health advisory roles.
How do I apply, and what do employers in Malawi look for?
Applications are usually submitted through the organisation's careers portal or via email with a CV and cover letter tailored to the role. Employers look for demonstrated technical expertise, experience working with the Government of Malawi structures, strong report-writing skills, and fluency in English. Highlight measurable achievements from previous programmes rather than just listing duties.