Jhpiego is seeking to improve health outcomes, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, by leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address pressing public health challenges.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, Public Health, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 9-10 years’ progressive experience in digital health and AI within the development sector, including work with global health organizations, governments, or multilaterals.
- Proven experience designing and implementing AI solutions for public health programs in low- and middle-income countries.
- Strong understanding of eHealth, mHealth, health information systems, and AI governance frameworks across the world.
- Experience with AI ethics, AI deployment, and responsible AI frameworks.
- Established relationships and network within global health, AI research, and funding partners.
- Track record of publications or thought leadership in digital health / AI for health.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute Jhpiego’s global AI strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and public health priorities.
- Lead a comprehensive landscape analysis of AI applications in global health, prioritizing high-impact opportunities.
- Oversee the design and launch of flagship AI initiatives to address challenges in maternal, newborn, and reproductive health, infectious diseases, and health systems strengthening.
- Provide technical assistance to Jhpiego’s global teams to enhance internal processes and operational efficiencies through digital and AI-enabled interventions.
- Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI use, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.
- Supervise integration of AI into digital health platforms, IoT-enabled devices, predictive analytics systems, and other innovations.
- Ensure timely delivery, operational efficiency, and measurable outcomes for all AI initiatives.
Other
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 30% of the time.
- Ability to navigate complex donor landscapes and secure funding for innovative programs.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.
- High degree of cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
