Application Guide

How to Apply for Regional MNCH Co-ordinator (Consultant), Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (MNTD)

at Path

🏢 About Path

Path is a global nonprofit health organization dedicated to improving health outcomes, particularly for women and children. Known for its innovative approach to public health challenges, Path collaborates with local partners to create sustainable solutions in low-resource settings, making it an impactful place to work for those committed to global health equity.

About This Role

This Regional MNCH Co-ordinator role involves coordinating malaria, NTD, and MNCH programs across multiple countries, providing technical support to country teams, and ensuring program effectiveness. The position is critical for aligning regional strategies with global goals, directly contributing to reducing disease burden and improving maternal and child health in underserved communities.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual check-in with country teams to review progress on malaria case management or NTD mass drug administration. Mid-morning, you could analyze program data to identify gaps and draft a technical assistance plan. Afternoons often involve stakeholder calls with donors or partners, followed by preparing a presentation for an upcoming regional review meeting.

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🎯 Who Path Is Looking For

  • An experienced public health professional with at least 5 years in malaria, NTD, or MNCH programs in low-resource settings, preferably with experience in sub-Saharan Africa or similar regions.
  • A strategic coordinator with strong project management skills, able to oversee multi-country initiatives, monitor budgets, and ensure timely reporting.
  • An excellent communicator and stakeholder engager, capable of building relationships with government officials, donors, and local partners.
  • Someone with an advanced degree in public health or epidemiology, and familiarity with global health frameworks like the Global Technical Strategy for Malaria or WHO NTD roadmap.

📝 Tips for Applying to Path

1

Highlight specific experience in coordinating multi-country health programs, especially in malaria or NTD control, and quantify impact (e.g., 'reduced malaria incidence by X% in Y region').

2

Demonstrate familiarity with Path's mission and recent projects, such as their work on insecticide-treated nets or MNCH innovations, in your cover letter.

3

Tailor your resume to emphasize cross-cultural collaboration and technical assistance roles, not just research or clinical experience.

4

Include examples of monitoring and evaluation frameworks you've implemented, as this is a key responsibility.

5

Mention any experience with remote work or virtual coordination, as the role is remote and likely involves managing distributed teams.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for integrated approaches to malaria, NTDs, and MNCH, and how they intersect in low-resource settings.', 'Specific examples of providing technical assistance to country teams that led to measurable improvements in program outcomes.', 'Your ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, including government health ministries and international donors.', "How your background aligns with Path's values of innovation, equity, and partnership-driven solutions."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Path's current projects in malaria, NTDs, and MNCH, particularly in the region you'd be covering (likely Africa or Asia).
  • → Understand Path's organizational structure and how the regional office interacts with global teams and country offices.
  • → Familiarize yourself with key donors in this space (e.g., Global Fund, USAID) and Path's funding model.
  • → Read recent publications or reports from Path on integrated NTD-MNCH approaches to show informed interest.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you coordinate regional priorities across countries with different malaria/NTD burdens and health systems?
2 Describe a time you resolved a conflict between partners or stakeholders in a multi-country program.
3 What metrics would you use to evaluate the success of an MNCH program integrated with malaria control?
4 How do you stay updated on the latest WHO guidelines for malaria, NTDs, and MNCH?
5 Given the remote nature of this role, how do you ensure effective communication and accountability with country teams?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing too much on clinical experience without demonstrating coordination or program management skills.
  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention Path or the specific combination of malaria, NTDs, and MNCH.
  • Overlooking the remote work aspect; failing to address how you'll manage virtual collaboration across time zones.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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