Health Innovation Lead

Relief International (RI) seeks a Health Innovation Lead to drive transformative health solutions in humanitarian crises. The role focuses on bridging immediate relief with long-term community development by partnering with vulnerable populations. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about humanitarian work, innovation, and sustainable development in crisis-affected regions.⁠​‌‌​​‌​‌‌​​‌‌‌​​‌​‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌​‌‌​​​⁠

What it offers

This role involves leading health innovation initiatives, collaborating with frontline teams, and designing scalable solutions to address critical health challenges in humanitarian settings. The successful candidate will work closely with beneficiaries and communities to co-create impactful programs that improve health outcomes and empower marginalized populations.

Who can apply

Applicants should be humanitarian professionals, innovators, or health experts with experience in crisis response, community engagement, and health innovation. Experience in emergency response, program design, and working in conflict or disaster zones is highly preferred.

What you'll do

• Lead health innovation projects in humanitarian contexts, ensuring they are evidence-based and community-centered.
• Partner with Relief International’s teams to develop and implement health interventions that address immediate needs while fostering long-term sustainability.
• Collaborate with beneficiaries and communities to co-design solutions that are culturally appropriate and effective.
• Bridge gaps between relief and development by ensuring health programs align with broader community empowerment goals.

How to apply

• Submit a detailed application including a cover letter, CV, and references.
• Ensure your application highlights relevant experience in health innovation, humanitarian work, and crisis response.

Good to know

This is a job opening with no explicit funding, stipend, or relocation details provided. Relief International is based in multiple regions, with opportunities for travel and fieldwork in crisis zones.