BiPAP Program Implementation Leader

JOB TITLE: The bCPAP Project Manager TEAM/PROGRAMME: Programme and Operations LOCATION: Lusaka GRADE : NAT 3 POST TYPE: National Safeguarding : Save the Children strictly prohibits any form of exploitation, abuse, or harassment directed at any individual. Every employee and representative bears the duty to safeguard all individuals who interact with our organization. The organization pledges to uphold uniform standards for all employees, subjecting them to identical procedures, irrespective of their role, influence, or external reputation. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Save the Children International’s Diversity Policy is designed to foster equal employment opportunities while prohibiting discrimination based on gender, age, socioeconomic background, disability status, HIV status, religious affiliation, race, and ethnicity. Save the Children International (SCI) stands as the foremost independent nonprofit dedicated to advancing the rights and well-being of children globally. Guided by a vision where every child enjoys the fundamental rights to survival, protection, development, and participation, SCI’s mission is to drive transformative change in how societies engage with and support children, ensuring lasting improvements in their lives. Since establishing its presence in Zambia in 1983, Save the Children has been actively delivering programs across key sectors, including Child Rights Governance, Health and Nutrition, Child Protection, Education, Child Poverty, and Humanitarian Response. Save the Children will collaborate with Vāyu Global Health and the Ministry of Health (MOH), supported by a grant from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Charities (LDSC), to execute a new initiative aimed at improving health outcomes. Professional Version: Enhancing neonatal healthcare services for vulnerable infants in Zambia. The initiative seeks to lower neonatal mortality at health facilities by enhancing respiratory care through the deployment of bubble Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP), improving referral and transfer systems for ill newborns, and building the skills of healthcare workers across Lusaka, Central, and Southern Provinces. It will operate in ten public health facilities at the district level that offer maternity services and maintain fully functional 24-hour inpatient newborn care units. The program will elevate the standard of care for small and sick newborns by applying evidence-based clinical practices, strengthening health systems, building capacity, providing mentorship, driving quality improvements, and ensuring the sustainable integration of BiPAP services into routine newborn care. ROLE PURPOSE The Project Manager will assume overall leadership, offer strategic guidance, coordinate efforts, and provide meticulous oversight throughout the implementation phase. Enhanced Care for Premature and Ill Newborns in Zambia The position is tasked with delivering project activities of exceptional quality, on schedule, and within budget, utilizing adaptive management strategies, ongoing learning, and data-driven decision-making to drive measurable enhancements in newborn survival and health outcomes. The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project execution, including planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, stakeholder engagement, financial oversight, and risk management. They will ensure adherence to Save the Children’s policies and procedures, donor requirements, and Ministry of Health standards. As the Project Manager, you will collaborate extensively with the Ministry of Health, Vāyu Global Health, Provincial and District Health Offices, health facility teams, professional associations, and other implementing partners to enhance local capabilities in delivering high-quality newborn respiratory care. Additionally, you will support the development of systems that ensure sustainability and foster government ownership, enabling long-term impact beyond the project’s duration. SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to Program Operations Director The Program Operations Director will provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the successful execution and delivery of all program activities. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, optimizing operational processes, and aligning resources to meet organizational objectives. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing operational policies, monitoring performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in program management, and a proven track record of delivering results within complex environments. Additionally, the role requires excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities to foster collaboration and achieve strategic goals. The position reports to the following supervisor. : (2) Indirect: Budget Responsibilities As the primary financial steward for the “Better Care for Small and Sick Newborns in Zambia” initiative, this role oversees the allocation and management of the project’s budget. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Qualified candidates are required to submit a cover letter along with their most recent curriculum vitae. For a comprehensive overview of the position, including key responsibilities, qualifications, and other relevant details, please refer to the link provided below. [Click the Apply button below to apply, and Create my CV to build a CV tailored to this offer, professionally] The application submission deadline is specified as the closing date. Friday 14 th August 2026 Only individuals whose applications are selected for further consideration will receive communication from us. Save the Children maintains the prerogative to reissue the position announcement in the event that no qualified candidates are identified. Save the Children is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, ensuring fair treatment of all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, or age. Marital status is also not a factor in employment decisions. Furthermore, the organization strictly prohibits any request for payment as part of the hiring process or at any subsequent stage.