Principal Technical Advisor – PTA

Jhpiego

. Serve as the main M&E point of contact for data system management within Jhpiego’s USG/DOS multi-country global health programming .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $102,944 - $134,039 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) with a strong focus on data system management, performance monitoring, and strategic program planning. Proven ability to lead technical teams, develop actionable insights from data analytics, and foster relationships with stakeholders in complex, multicultural environments.

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Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL)Data System ManagementPerformance MonitoringTechnical LeadershipStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Performance MonitoringData AnalyticsProgram EvaluationImplementation ResearchHealth Information SystemsTechnical SupportProgram DesignData Use for Performance ImprovementStrategic Program PlanningTechnical Interventions

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsChange ManagementDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Dashboard DevelopmentData Management SystemsLearning ResourcesTraining Plans

Industry Keywords

Global Health ProgrammingUSG SystemsDonor LandscapesMulticultural EnvironmentTechnical Assistance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the main M&E point of contact for data system management within Jhpiego’s USG/DOS multi-country global health programming
Provide specialized support and guidance on performance indicator and milestone monitoring
Provide technical leadership for data system management, analytics support and dashboard development
Oversee the project performance management system and milestone system
Support user access, training, technical support, adding milestones and troubleshooting
Support data analytics, dashboard development and translating data into actionable insights
Provide senior-level technical assistance and strategic guidance to country programs
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
Assess data, identify trends and address complex programmatic and technical challenges
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, new opportunity identification and technical project design
Manage partner and stakeholder relationships
Represent Jhpiego in external advisory groups, meetings, events and conferences
Support communications, success stories, blogs, publications and dissemination of learning
Manage, coach, mentor and evaluate team members; recruit staff and address performance

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 designing, implementing or measuring technical interventions
Proven experience leading highly skilled and qualified technical personnel
Ability to create connections across vertical health and functional areas
Excellent understanding of donor landscapes, USG systems and donor structures and processes
Experience developing 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 skills
Fluency in French, Spanish or Portuguese preferred
Successful candidate 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
Diversity, equity and inclusion commitment
Equal opportunity employment
Workplace accommodations and accessibility support