Principal Technical Advisor – Country Backstop

Jhpiego

. Act as the main M&E point of contact for assigned country teams within Jhpiego’s USG/Department of State multi-country global health programming .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $102,944 - $134,039 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Performance-Based Financing (PBF) within global health programs, with a strong focus on data analysis, strategic planning, and capacity building. Proven ability to lead technical assistance, develop MERL systems, and engage with diverse stakeholders to drive program success.

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Monitoring And Evaluation (M&E)Performance-Based Financing (PBF)Data AnalysisTechnical AssistanceMERL Systems Development

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Hard Skills

Performance MonitoringProgram EvaluationImplementation ResearchHealth Information SystemsQuantitative MethodsQualitative MethodsTechnical WritingData Quality AssessmentStrategic Program PlanningTechnical Intervention Design

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsChange ManagementDecision-Making

Certifications & Qualifications

Graduate DegreeAdvanced Degree in Public Health or Related Field

Industry Keywords

Global Health ProgrammingUSG SystemsDonor LandscapeMulticultural EnvironmentField-Based Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the main M&E point of contact for assigned country teams within Jhpiego’s USG/Department of State multi-country global health programming
Provide specialized M&E and performance-based financing support and guidance to country programs
Lead M&E and PBF planning during workplan development
Monitor project performance and review and analyze data for evidence-based decision-making
Contribute to quality assurance of narrative reports, verification memos and key deliverables
Oversee data quality assessments and advise on digital health and data management needs
Review milestone achievement data and identify and resolve implementation challenges
Engage regularly with Country Support Teams and in-country M&E/PBF staff through technical meetings, coaching and problem-solving support
Provide senior technical assistance and ensure programs are technically sound, cohesive, evidence-based and responsive to country and donor priorities
Lead development of solutions, guidance, learning resources, tools and innovations
Analyze data, identify trends and develop or adapt technical interventions
Obtain buy-in from donors, partners and government stakeholders
Provide thought leadership for global technical strategy and lead implementation of strategic priorities
Build technical capacity through training plans, learning activities, coaching and mentoring
Support business development, identify opportunities and lead technical design of new projects
Negotiate partner and stakeholder relationships
Represent Jhpiego in external advisory groups, working groups, meetings and conferences
Support success stories, blogs and other communications; disseminate field learning and contribute to peer-reviewed publications
Manage, coach, mentor, counsel, recruit and evaluate team members while ensuring compliance with HR policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate Degree with 8-10 years of progressively responsible technical experience, including implementing and/or managing MERL for international field-based programs
Strong technical and programmatic background in MERL, especially management, technical support and programmatic direction
In-depth knowledge of performance monitoring and data use for performance improvement
Experience developing MERL systems for projects and country programs
Knowledge of health information systems
Experience designing and conducting program evaluations
Experience in implementation research using quantitative and qualitative methods
Experience working in challenging environments in Africa, Asia or LAC regions
Proven leadership skills and expertise in strategic program planning, implementation and management
Proven technical experience in the design, implementation, or measurement of technical interventions
Proven experience leading highly skilled and qualified technical personnel
Ability to create connections across vertical health areas and functional areas
Understanding of the donor landscape for funding opportunities
Understanding of USG systems and other donor structures and processes
Ability to develop productive working relationships with counterparts in other agencies and organizations worldwide
Strong change management and decision-making skills
Ability to work in a complex, fast-paced, multicultural environment with multiple tasks and short deadlines
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong technical writing and presentation
Fluency in French, Spanish or Portuguese preferred
Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, population, statistics, research, economics, behavioral science, or related field preferred
Successful candidates subject to a pre-employment background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Total rewards package supporting employees’ health, life, career and retirement
Pre-employment background check process with individualized review of prior criminal history
Diversity, equity and inclusion commitment
Equal opportunity employment
Workplace accommodations and accessibility support