Program Officer – Maternal and Child Survival, Women's Health

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

. Manage Exemplars projects independently and as part of a team .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $173,100 - $259,700 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex global health projects, particularly in maternal and child survival and women's health. Proficient in translating data and research findings into actionable insights for policymakers, while effectively managing relationships across diverse stakeholders.

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Global Health ExpertiseProject ManagementData Translation and SynthesisRelationship ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Maternal HealthChild HealthReproductive HealthEvidence SynthesisGrant ManagementBudget TrackingPolicy AnalysisResearch Portfolio ManagementTechnical FacilitationDue Diligence

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsFacilitation SkillsCommunication SkillsFlexibilityDiplomacy

Industry Keywords

Low- and Middle-Income CountriesGlobal Health InstitutionsFamily PlanningWomen's Health InnovationsGender EqualityHealth Systems IntegrationStakeholder EngagementHigh-Level External EngagementsUnrestricted Work AuthorizationBackground Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Exemplars projects independently and as part of a team
Provide cross-cutting technical and partner facilitation support for the MCS + WH sub-team
Lead projects generating and synthesizing evidence for maternal and child survival and women's health strategies
Translate analytics and complex research findings into actionable insights, briefs, presentations, and other materials
Manage the MCS + WH research and investment portfolio
Lead select projects, including day-to-day execution of grants and contracts
Track achievements, budgets, and deliverables
Support grantee selection, scoping, and due diligence for new investments
Troubleshoot implementation challenges with grantees
Manage and expand relationships across the foundation, including Family Planning, Women's Health Innovations, and Gender Equality work
Support the Deputy Director with materials, analysis, and coordination
Facilitate information-sharing across foundation teams and integration with broader health systems
Own and build external relationships aligned with technical expertise
Coordinate logistics, content, and follow-up for external meetings and convenings
Support leadership conversations and high-level external engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's or other advanced degree preferred, preferably in public health or another related field
7+ years of relevant experience in global health
5+ years of experience working across global maternal, newborn, child, and reproductive health technical areas
Deep knowledge of relevant data, evidence, policies, and programs
Externally recognized subject matter expertise in at least one relevant area
Ability to translate evidence and technical insights into actionable recommendations used by policymakers and other decision-makers in LMICs
Experience with independent partner relationship management
Strong experience organizing and driving complex projects while balancing multiple priorities on tight timelines
Strong writing, presentation, communication, and synthesis skills
Comfort with highly unstructured and ambiguous situations
Knowledge of LMIC governments and/or global health/development institutions and partners preferred
Experience living and working in low- and middle-income countries preferred
Excellent organizational, facilitation, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively across language, culture, and distance barriers
Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, diplomacy, and enthusiasm in a fast-paced integrated team
Must have unrestricted work authorization in the country where the position is located
The Foundation does not provide immigration-related sponsorship
Successful completion of a background check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums
Generous paid time off
Paid family leave
Foundation-paid retirement contribution
Regional holidays
Opportunities to engage in several employee communities
Inclusive and accessible hiring experience
Relocation assistance is not available