16/02/2026
Vacancy Announcement
The Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA), in collaboration with Amref Health Africa, is implementing the Integrated Health Systems Strengthening (IHSS) Project aimed at improving leadership, governance, and overall performance of the primary healthcare system in Ethiopia.
To support the successful implementation of this initiative, EPHA invites qualified, competent, and motivated professionals to apply for the following positions:
1. Position : National Integrated Health Systems Strengthening (IHSS) project Coordinator.
Organization: Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA) – AMREF Health Africa IHSS project
Reports to: Professional Development and Training Directorate
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, with frequent travel to project sites
Job Category: Professional
Employment Type: Project-based (March 1, 2026-Dec 31,2026)
Salary: Negotiable
II. Job Purpose
The National Integrated Health Systems Strengthening (iHSS) Coordinator plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating the implementation of IHSS initiative with a focus on scaling-up High-Impact Leadership (HIL) Training across five regions of the Country.
This role requires proven coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills, along with a project management and technical expertise in health system strengthening. The position is responsible for strategic planning, multi-level coordination, quality assurance, stakeholder engagement, and performance monitoring of leadership development initiatives targeting PHC leaders, governance boards, and health managers to strengthen governance, accountability, and HRH leadership.
III. Key Responsibilities
1. Coordination and Collaboration:
o Establish and maintain strong coordination mechanisms between the Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA) and AMREF Health Africa – Ethiopia, MOH and other partner to enhance synergy in health systems strengthening initiatives.
o Collaborate with Amref Regional team to liaise with respective RHBs on trainers and high impact leadership (HIL) trainee’s selection
2. National Leadership Training Plan
o Lead development of the national scale-up plan for HIL training including coaching and mentorship session
o Translate project targets into annual and quarterly operational plans.
o Ensure alignment of HIL training with PHC reform agendas, governance strengthening initiatives, and HRH priorities.
o Support harmonization of leadership initiatives across regions.
3. Coordination of Leadership Training Implementation
o Coordinate nationwide rollout of:
LHigh-Impact Leadership (HIL) training
o Coordinate training schedules across regions and woredas.
o Coordinate with CPD centers to secure training venue and facilitate the training
o Work closely with AMREF, MoH, RHBs, and EPHA chapters to ensure smooth, timely, and high-quality implementation.
4. Technical Oversight and Quality assurance
• Provide technical oversight to ensure training quality, consistency, and adherence to approved curricula.
• Review, adapt, and contextualize training materials, tools, and facilitation guides.
• Ensure integration of:
o Accountability for health
o Gender-intentional leadership
o Equity in leadership decisions
• Supervise trainers, facilitators, and mentors.
• Post-training follow-up, mentorship and application
• Review HIL training workshops on a daily basis and provide real-time feedback.
• Ensure post training coaching, mentoring, and follow-up mechanisms are implemented.
• Guide tracking and implementation of leadership action plans developed during training.
• Support practical application of leadership skills at PHC facilities and woreda offices.
• Ensure alignment with Amref compliance, monitoring and reporting requirements.
5. Stakeholder engagement for leadership development
• Lead engagement with:
o RHBs
o Woreda administrators
o Health office heads
o Governance boards
o PHC leaders
• Represent EPHA in national leadership and governance forums.
6. Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for leadership program
• Establish tracking systems for leadership training outputs and outcomes.
• Monitor the number, d quality and distribution of trained leaders.
• Track behavioral, organizational and institutional changes linked to leadership interventions
• Document success stories, leadership transformation cases, and lessons learned.
7. Reporting and Knowledge Management
• Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual technical and progress reports
• Provide regular updates to EPHA management and AMREF Health Africa.
• Support development of knowledge products and learning briefs on leadership strengthening including success stories
IV. Job Specifications
Education
• Master’s Degree in one of the following fields:
o Public Health (MPH)
o Health Management
o Monitoring & Evaluation in Health Systems
o Other related health systems field
Work Experience
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in:
o Health systems strengthening
o Public health program implementation
o Project coordination and management
• Demonstrated experience working with government institutions and development partners is an advantage.
• Experience in managing training program/CPD courses
V. Competencies and Skills
Technical Competencies
Strong understanding of health systems strengthening frameworks
Knowledge of national health policies and health sector reforms
Experience in HMIS, M&E systems, and data use
Experience in capacity building and institutional strengthening
Core Skills
Strong coordination, facilitation and partnership management skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
High-quality report writing and documentation skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
VI. Training and Professional Development (Desirable)
• Training and certification
o Basic or TOT training in Leadership, Management, and Governance (LMG) and/or High impact Leadership (HIL) is a strong added advantage.
o Primary Healthcare Unit Transformation
o Good Governance Index Training
o High-Impact Leadership Training
2. Position National Integrated Health Systems Strengthening (IHSS) Project Officer
Organization: Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA) – AMREF Health Africa Project
Directorate/Office: Professional Development and Training Directorate
Reports to: National IHSS Coordinator
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, with frequent travels to project regions and woredas
Job Category: Professional
Employment Type Project-based (March 1, 2026-Dec 31, 2026)
Salary: Negotiable
I. Job Purpose
The Integrated Health System Strengthening (IHSS) Officer will be instrumental in implementing health systems strengthening initiatives at the Woreda and facility levels. The position requires a organized and field-oriented professional with a strong coordination skills and ability to work with government stakeholders and partners.
The IHSS Project Officer supports the operational rollout of High-Impact Leadership (HIL) Training, assisting in coordination, logistics, technical facilitation support, follow-up mentorship coordination, and monitoring of leadership development activities across project regions
II. Duties and Responsibilities
1. Operational Support for Leadership Trainings
• Support planning and implementation of HIL Training
• Coordinate participant mobilization, venue arrangements, and logistics and training
• Work under the direct supervision of the National Integrated Health Systems Strengthening (IHSS) Coordinator
2. Training Facilitation & Technical Support
• Facilitate during the leadership trainings sessions.
• Support group work, case discussions, and leadership action planning sessions.
• Provide technical clarification on governance, accountability, and HRH leadership topics as required.
• Regularly follow up trainees and provide coaching and mentoring
• Maintain accurate records of trainee information and document outputs produced during the training process.
3. Partnership and Stakeholder Coordination:
• Work closely with AMREF Health Africa to align resources and implementation efforts, for health systems strengthening activities.
• Liaise with RHBs, woreda offices, and EPHA chapters on training schedules and field activities.
• Support coordination with AMREF and government stakeholders at regional and woreda levels.
4. Field Engagement:
• Engage with health facilities and woreda health offices to understand local health system challenges, priorities, and capacity gaps.
• Support trainees in developing and implementing capstone and leadership action projects during and after HIL training.
• Foster trust, collaboration, and continuous engagement with local stakeholders.
5. Program Implementation Support:
o Support implementation of health systems strengthening interventions, including HIL training, at woreda and facility levels.
o Ensure alignment of activities with national health policies, frameworks, and local context.
o Support integration of leadership initiatives into routine health system processes.
6. Monitoring and Reporting:
• Monitor progress of HIL activities and document implementation status.
• Support data entry and maintenance of the HIL dashboard and related monitoring tools.
• Compile routine monitoring updates highlighting achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
7. Post-Training Follow-up
• Support follow-up of trainees to monitor implementation of leadership action plans.
• Assist in organizing mentorship and coaching sessions.
• Track application of leadership skills at facility and woreda levels.
8. Reporting
• Prepare training reports, activity summaries, and periodic progress updates.
• Contribute to regional and national reports as required.
9. Logistics arrangement
• Coordinate with CPD centers to secure training venues.
• Coordinate trainers’ schedules and trainees’ availability for trainings and mentorship activities.
Support logistical arrangements for field activities and training.
III. Job Specifications
Education
Master’s Degree in one of the following fields:
o Public Health (MPH)
o Health Management
o Monitoring & Evaluation in Health Systems
o Health Management Information Systems (HMIS)
o Related health systems field
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in:
o Health systems strengthening
o Public health program implementation
o Project support or coordination roles
o Experience in managing/facilitating a training
IV. Competencies and Skills
Technical Competencies
Understanding of health systems strengthening concepts and frameworks
Knowledge of HMIS and M&E systems
Experience in data collection, analysis, and use
Experience supporting training and capacity-building initiatives
Core Skills
Good coordination and teamwork skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Good report writing and documentation skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
V. Training and Professional Development (Desirable)
Participation in the following training programs is an added advantage:
• Primary Healthcare Unit Transformation
• Good Governance Index Training
• High-Impact Leadership Training
• Leadership, Management, and Governance Training
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit the following documents in person only:
• Updated CV (maximum 3 pages)
• Cover letter outlining suitability for each position
• Copies of academic and professional credentials
Application Deadline: Feb 22, 2026
Applicants should send their application via email to: Ethiopian Public Health Association, Arada sub City, Woreda 7, Kebena in front of OLA fuel station, EPHA building 4th floor. Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line.
EPHA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
