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Demonstrates expertise in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) with a strong focus on implementing evidence-based solutions and conducting complex research studies. Proven ability to lead technical assistance efforts, develop publications, and build capacity within diverse teams in international health contexts.
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Advanced Degree In Public HealthTechnical Experience In MERLImplementation Research Using Qualitative And Quantitative MethodsLeadership In Strategic Program PlanningFluency In French, Spanish, Or Portuguese
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Report to the Director, Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning
- Build and lead innovative solutions supporting MERL implementation across multiple Jhpiego projects
- Deliver high-quality technical approaches reflecting MERL best practices
- Support design and conduct of complex research studies
- Build capacity, conduct continuous quality improvement, facilitate data use for decision-making, and document best practices and lessons learned
- Develop publications for peer-reviewed journals
- Provide senior-level technical assistance, guidance, and advice to country programs
- Ensure assisted programs are technically sound, cohesive, evidence-based, and responsive to country and donor priorities
- Lead complex implementation research promoting adoption of transformative initiatives and innovations
- Lead advanced data analyses, including discrete choice analysis and multilevel modeling
- Ensure integrated technical approaches across project components
- Develop solutions, guidance, learning resources, tools, and innovations to accelerate results
- Assess and analyze data and identify trends
- Address programmatic and technical challenges with project and partner staff
- Obtain buy-in from donors, partners, and government stakeholders
- Build technical capacity and coach and mentor staff, including developing annual training plans and learning materials
- Support external communications, including success stories, blogs, and technical communications
- Support field staff in presenting and disseminating country-implementation learning
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications
Requirements
What you’ll need- Advanced degree in public health (international health, epidemiology, biostatistics, demography), statistics, economics, or behavioral science
- 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 technical support and programmatic direction
- Substantive experience in implementation research using qualitative and advanced quantitative methods
- 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 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 areas and functional areas
- Excellent understanding of USG systems and other donor structures and processes
- Experience developing productive working relationships with counterparts in agencies and organizations worldwide
- 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 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 and individualized review of prior criminal history
- Diversity, equity and inclusion programs
- Equal opportunity employment
- Workplace accommodations and accessibility support
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Hard Skills
Data AnalysisPerformance MonitoringProgram Evaluation DesignMERL Systems DevelopmentDiscrete Choice AnalysisMultilevel ModelingTechnical WritingPresentation Skills
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCoaching And Mentoring
Tools & Technologies
Health Information Systems
Industry Keywords
International HealthEpidemiologyBiostatisticsDemographyEconomicsBehavioral ScienceUSG SystemsDonor StructuresChallenging Environments
