The AFGHS project is funded by the U.S. Department of State (DoS) to support the delivery of lifesaving, comprehensive maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) and malaria services across Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. It aims to improve service and data quality, strengthen health-system integration and resilience, facilitate effective transition, and promote local ownership and accountability for sustained health outcomes.
Jhpiego works closely with the Ministries of Health in Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, the Reproductive and Child Health Section (RCHS), the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), the Zanzibar Malaria Elimination Programme (ZAMEP), and Regional Administration and Local Government (RALG) structures to align implementation with national priorities and strengthen locally led implementation and oversight.
This position will be closed on October 23, 2026
Responsibilities- Work with the Country Director, Project Finance Director, and other Jhpiego senior staff members to ensure that internal control processes and systems are adequate to minimize risks.
- Through technical assistance and spot-checking, verifying that country programs comply with donor rules and regulations, applicable organizational policies and the pertinent U.S and host country laws.
- Develops an annual compliance review work plan based on the country office project portfolio to ensure full compliance coverage.
- Performs and documents monitoring visits to sub-recipients; and works with senior management and subgrantees to implement improvements, if required. Develop and maintain Jhpiego’s program for monitoring and oversight of sub-recipients.
- Serve as a member on one or more of Jhpiego’s Internal Compliance Reviews teams, as needed
- Leads Q.B.E. due diligence reviews and engaged with Jhpiego staff to identify and follow through on key actions
- Support and track after actions from audit finding.
- Minimize fraud through active monitoring and close review of country office practices and procedures.
- Update and report to the Country Director and other senior office staff on the status of the implementation of internal compliance recommendations regularly
- Lead/conduct special investigations and analytical projects as needed
- Develop a list of best practices for implementing and improving internal controls and orient and train staff in best practices. Participate as a trainer in country-level compliance training.
- Ensures compliance with U.S. laws and regulations pertaining to disbarment and anti-terrorist laws
- Immediately reports gross misconduct or suspected fraudulent activities to the Country Director, Jhpiego’s Chief Financial Officer and Human Resources Director.
- Any other special projects as assigned by the Country Director
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business management or in a business-related field. Masters preferred.
- Minimum 7 to 8 years of internal or external audit experience
- International work experience, preferably in developing countries with N.G.O or grant related entity.
- Willingness to travel internally and throughout the country
- Knowledge of U.S.G donor rules and regulations
- Good understanding of legal requirements and procedures
- Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
- Good integrity
- Critical problem-solving ability
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to present information effectively to senior management and project managers
Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.
Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers
Applicants must submit a single document for uploading to include cover letters, resume, and references.
For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org
Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business management, or a related business field
- Master's degree
- 7 to 8 years of internal or external audit experience
- International work experience, preferably in developing countries with an NGO or grant-related entity
- Willingness to travel internally and throughout the country
- Knowledge of U.S. government donor rules and regulations
- Understanding of legal requirements and procedures
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- High integrity
- Critical problem-solving ability
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to present information effectively to senior management and project managers
What We Do
Jhpiego is a Johns Hopkins University affiliate and global health organization founded in 1973. It works with governments, communities, health workers, and partners in more than 30 countries to improve access to lifesaving care. Beginning with women’s health, Jhpiego addresses maternal and newborn health, infectious and noncommunicable diseases, provider education, and health-systems strengthening through practical, innovative solutions designed to save lives and improve futures.
