Child Health Lead – Pediatrician

About the role

The Child Health Lead will ensure high‑quality pediatric services across all PIH/MOH supported facilities in Maryland County, Liberia. This senior position combines strategic planning, clinical mentorship, and grant management to strengthen child and newborn health programs.

Key responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and manage work plans for the Child and Newborn Health department.
• Attend morning clinical rounds at JJ Dossen Hospital and conduct weekly site visits to Pleebo and Karloken Health Centers.
• Mentor MOH specialist pediatricians, family‑medicine residents, medical officers, interns, medical students, physician assistants, and nurses.
• Design and deliver pediatric medical‑education seminars and EmONC training sessions.
• Provide technical assistance for grant writing, grant management, and procurement of essential pediatric drugs.
• Collaborate with the Ministry of Health on national pediatric protocols and protocol updates.
• Work with the M&E team to track, monitor, and analyze key child‑health indicators.
• Support the development of CME programs at JJ Dossen Hospital and Pleebo Health Center.

Required profile

• Medical degree with pediatric specialization and experience delivering child health services.
• Proven leadership or management experience in a clinical setting.
• Experience mentoring physicians, residents, and allied health staff.
• Familiarity with grant writing and management processes.
• Ability to coordinate with Ministry of Health officials and multi‑disciplinary teams.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time position with a focus on impactful child‑health initiatives.
• Opportunities to lead strategic programs and influence health policy.
• Collaboration with international and local health partners.