Innovation Specialist (Health)
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a Senior Innovation Specialist (Health) in Lilongwe, Malawi to lead the implementation of the Bundle Up! Nutrition for Small and Sick Newborns project.
- Role
- Innovation Specialist (Health)
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Lilongwe, Malawi
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Innovation Specialist (Health) will provide technical leadership in the implementation of the Bundle Up! Nutrition for Small and Sick Newborns innovation project at Kamuzu Central Hospital, Lilongwe, Malawi.
What you'll do
- Provide technical leadership in implementing the innovation project
- Plan, implement, monitor, and report on project activities
- Apply HCD and Innovation Friendly Procurement approaches
- Facilitate co-design processes and strengthen partnerships
- Support evidence generation and ensure high-quality project implementation
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in Design Strategy, Innovation, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Information Technology, or a related design discipline
- Experience in designing and implementing innovation projects
- Experience managing innovation programmes, partnerships, or innovation incubators/accelerators
- Strong understanding of health, nutrition, and newborn care policies and practices in Malawi
- Experience applying Human-Centred Design and facilitating innovation workshops
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Lilongwe, Malawi.
What is the compensation for this position?
Compensation is not specified in the job description.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Design Strategy or related field and experience in innovation project management.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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