Senior Health Systems Strengthening and Financing Specialist
Quick answer
The Gates Foundation is hiring a senior health systems strengthening and financing specialist to manage a portfolio of investments aimed at improving primary health care in Tanzania, with some international travel, paying an unspecified salary.
- Role
- Senior Health Systems Strengthening and Financing Specialist
- Organization
- The Gates Foundation
- Location
- Tanzania, with some international travel
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Gates Foundation is seeking a Senior Health Systems Strengthening and Financing Specialist to develop and manage a portfolio of investments aimed at improving primary health care through health systems design and financing.
What you'll do
- Negotiate, execute, and manage a complex portfolio of grants or performance-based contracts
- Review letters of inquiry and grant proposals and provide clear, concise, and insightful written analyses and recommendations for funding
- Develop, manage, resource, and implement a program that aligns with foundation strategy
- Represent the foundation to key program-related external constituencies
- Oversee sub-awardee performance, including budget disbursement, deliverable tracking, and compliance with expenditure responsibility requirements
- Coordinate and monitor implementation across multiple subnational sites/regions simultaneously
What it takes
- Advanced degree in medicine, public health, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in public health and health development sectors
- Experience in health systems strengthening, health financing, and health policy
- Strong project management experience
- Strong analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Experience in managing sustainable and scalable ventures
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Tanzania, with some international travel required.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in medicine, public health, or related field, 10+ years of experience in public health and health development sectors, and experience in health systems strengthening, health financing, and health policy.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 14/9/2026. For accommodations or further information, contact [email protected] with the position number and a brief description of your accommodation needs.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Gates Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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