Director, Evidence, Learning & Information Systems

Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.

. Track the initiative’s progress against its goals and targets .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • GhanaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems, with a strong focus on health systems strengthening and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to lead diverse teams and coordinate with various stakeholders in public health initiatives across sub-Saharan Africa.

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Monitoring And Evaluation System DesignPublic Health ExperienceStakeholder CoordinationHealth Systems ProgrammingData-Driven Decision Making

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Hard Skills

M&E Framework DevelopmentData Reporting Template CreationIndicator DevelopmentCapacity BuildingProgram Performance ManagementResearch Agenda StewardshipQuasi-Experimental Study DesignHealth Information SystemsKnowledge ManagementHealth Workforce Financing

Soft Skills

Team ManagementMotivationInspirationCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Dashboard Tracking SystemsData Analysis ToolsReporting SoftwareHealth Information Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree In Relevant Field

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealth Systems StrengtheningSub-Saharan AfricaCultural Context UnderstandingDonor ReportingPrivate Philanthropy EngagementCommunity Of Practice Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Track the initiative’s progress against its goals and targets
Coordinate the overall M&E approach across governments, the Secretariat, and academic/evaluation partners
Design an M&E system during inception, with a focus on strengthening government data systems at country level
Develop the core indicator and data reporting template and contribute to the narrative reporting template
Advise on country-level information-systems-related interventions
Provide technical guidance on system design and indicator development through review of country-level plans
Oversee a dashboard tracking progress against indicators
Lead data-driven course correction when necessary
Manage reporting on progress toward the initiative’s goals
Lead learning processes so data insights and program lessons are disseminated and applied
Coordinate a technical advisory group of health systems research leaders
Manage contracted academic and evaluation partners conducting in-depth analysis, quasi-experimental studies, and peer-reviewed research
Steward the initiative’s research agenda
Supervise one or more M&E Officers

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of public health experience in planning, project/change management, stakeholder coordination, capacity building, and program performance management
Experience designing and implementing a centralized M&E system from the ground up, including frameworks, tools, and guidelines
Familiarity with government health information systems in sub-Saharan Africa
Experience with M&E capacity building and knowledge management, including training and community-of-practice leadership
Program management experience across health system strengthening initiatives, coordinating with academic research institutions, government ministries, implementing partners, and donors
Experience working as an academic researcher or with academic researchers in the public health field
Advanced degree in a relevant field
In-depth knowledge of health workforce and health systems programming in East, West, and/or Southern Africa
Technical and programmatic experience in health workforce, financing, systems, PHC, and MNCH, including measurement and data use in these areas
Experience working with private philanthropies, engaged boards, and donor reporting
Lived experience, extensive knowledge, and understanding of the cultural, political, and economic context in African countries
Ability to inspire, motivate, and manage a diverse and geographically dispersed team
Willingness to travel regularly internationally
English fluency required
Working French or Portuguese is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity and commitment to fairness, mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion
Opportunity to work on global health programs across 40 countries
International travel opportunities