Technical Implementation Lead at Hatch Technologies

Position Summary:

• The Technical Implementation Lead will lead the strategic and technical implementation of Projects with an initial key focus on the current project Gates funded project, for distribution of CPAP and Point- of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS), across sub-Saharan Africa. They will work closely with the Clinical and Training Teams to ensure that lifesaving medical devices are effectively integrated into national systems and aligned with the Ministry of Health (MOH) priorities and the Gates Foundation goals.
• The Technical Implementation Lead will provide strategic direction, oversee program design and execution, and work with ministries, implementing partners, and country teams to ensure successful deployment, capacity building, and long-term sustainability of health technologies.

Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of maternal and neonatal health technology implementation across Hatch-supported countries.
• Design, adapt, and oversee the technical workstream of programs, ensuring alignment with global best practices, local needs, and donor goals.
• Work closely with senior leadership to inform country strategies, program models, and scale- up pathways for maternal and neonatal technologies.
• Supervise and support the technical teams in implementation and facilitate strong coordination between them and the clinical, training, and MEL teams.
• Technical Implementation & Systems Integration
• Lead the full lifecycle of device implementation, from user needs assessments to, installation, calibration, and post-installation support.
• Conduct or oversee health facility readiness assessments, including electrical, oxygen, infection prevention, and staffing requirements.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance protocols and support distributors in building sustainable biomedical engineering capacity to support Hatch Technologies.
• Identify and resolve device-related challenges by offering remote and on-site troubleshooting, coordinating with manufacturers where necessary.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Global Health, Public Health, or a related clinical or technical discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in global health program implementation, including experience managing technical programs in LMICs.
• Proven expertise in deploying and supporting health technologies within health systems. Demonstrated success in leading multi-country programs, managing technical teams, and collaborating with Ministries of Health and global stakeholders.
• Experience in developing and delivering training and capacity-building programs for both clinical and technical audiences.
• Strong understanding of donor-funded health programs, particularly those supported by the Gates Foundation.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.