The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.
CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.
Program Summary
CHAI's AI Innovation team is at the forefront of exploring and implementing artificial intelligence solutions to address critical global health challenges. The team works to identify, evaluate, and scale AI applications that can strengthen health systems, improve service delivery, and enhance decision-making across CHAI's diverse program portfolio. Through rigorous research and strategic partnerships, the team assesses emerging AI technologies for their potential to create sustainable impact in low- and middle-income countries. The AI Innovation team collaborates closely with program teams, government partners, technology providers, and academic institutions to ensure AI solutions are contextually appropriate, ethically sound, and designed for scale. As artificial intelligence continues to transform the global health landscape, CHAI is committed to ensuring that these powerful tools are accessible and beneficial to the communities we serve, while maintaining our core values of government ownership and sustainable impact.
Position Summary
The Senior Associate will report to the Senior Director for AI and will play a pivotal role in advancing CHAI's AI Innovation agenda through research, strategic analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This 6-month contract position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI applications in global health while working alongside a diverse team of health systems experts, data scientists, and program implementers. The individual will contribute to high-priority initiatives including use case identification, partner engagement, and the development of strategic frameworks that guide CHAI's AI investments. This role requires an individual who can navigate ambiguity, synthesize complex technical and programmatic information, and communicate insights effectively to diverse audiences ranging from technical experts to senior leadership. The Senior Associate will gain exposure to cutting-edge AI applications in global health, contribute to thought leadership in the field, and help build strategies to expand and use the evidence base of responsible AI interventions in resource-constrained settings.
Responsibilities
Conduct landscape analyses and research on AI applications in global health, synthesizing findings into actionable insights that inform team strategy and program designSupport the identification, assessment, and prioritization of AI use cases across CHAI's program areas, including evaluating technical feasibility, implementation requirements, and potential for sustainable impactContribute to the development of strategic documents, frameworks, and positioning materials that articulate CHAI's vision and approach to AI in global healthPrepare high-quality presentations, briefing materials, and reports for internal stakeholders and external partners, translating complex technical concepts into accessible narrativesSupport fundraising efforts by conducting background research, developing compelling narratives, and contributing to proposal development and donor engagement materialsEngage with internal program teams to understand their priorities, identify opportunities for AI integration, and facilitate knowledge sharing across the organizationTrack and analyze developments in the AI landscape, including emerging technologies, regulatory frameworks, ethical guidelines, and implementation best practicesParticipate in meetings with partners, including government stakeholders, technology providers, academic institutions, and other implementing organizationsSupport the design and execution of pilot assessments and proof-of-concept projects to test AI solutions in real-world settingsAssist in organizing convenings, workshops, and learning sessions that build organizational capacity around AI and foster collaborationMaintain project documentation, track deliverables against timelines, and support project management activities to ensure efficient executionCollaborate with CHAI's digital health, innovation, and advanced analytics teams to ensure alignment and leverage complementary expertiseSupport ad-hoc analytical requests and special projects as identified by team leadershipQualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher with a minimum of 3-4 years of relevant work experience in consulting, technology, global health, international development, or related fieldsDemonstrated research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information from diverse sources and draw meaningful conclusionsExperience effectively using modern AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini in a professional and / or academic settingExceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create compelling presentations and written materials for diverse audiencesTrack record of delivering high-quality work products under tight deadlines in fast-paced, dynamic environmentsSelf-motivated and strong ability to work independently to see small- to medium-sized projects through to completion in a self-directed mannerStrong project management and organizational skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneouslyEntrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also being a collaborative team playerIntellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning, particularly around emerging technologies and their applications in global healthProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and ExcelAbility to work effectively in cross-cultural, multidisciplinary teams and adapt communication style to different audiences; ability to work with remote-first, distributed or hybrid teams successfullyComfort with ambiguity and demonstrated ability to problem-solve in environments with limited structureAdvantages
Advanced degree in public health, data science, computer science, international development, public policy, or related fieldExperience working with or knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital health technologies, or health systems strengtheningDirect experience in low- and middle-income country settings, particularly in health program implementation or health systems strengtheningFamiliarity with AI ethics frameworks, responsible AI principles, and considerations for deploying technology in resource-constrained environmentsKnowledge of global health funding mechanisms, donor landscape, and experience contributing to proposals or fundraising materialsExperience facilitating workshops, trainings, or convenings with diverse stakeholder groups#jobreference2 #region1