FHI 360 seeks a qualified candidate for the position of USAID-Funded Global Health Program Evaluation Analysis Research and Learning (GH-PEARL) Technical Director. Through GH-PEARL USAID aims to provide global technical leadership using a broad range of cutting-edge activities in monitoring evaluation, research, and learning (MERL) combined with knowledge management and knowledge translation. GH-PEARL activities will be conducted in support of USAID efforts to reduce preventable maternal, newborn, and child mortality; advance primary health care; improve coverage and equity of family planning (FP), reproductive, maternal, newborn, child health, and nutrition (RMNCH+N) service delivery; and address emerging challenges including pandemics and climate change. GH-PEARL will also directly support efforts to strengthen the capacity of government entities, local organizations and institutions to engage in MERL activities.
Availability of position is contingent upon award to FHI 360 and donor approval of key personnel.
Job Summary:
The GH-PEARL Technical Director will provide technical leadership and oversight to the MERL activities conducted under the project, including FP/RMNCH FP monitoring, evaluation, research; capacity building of local entities to conduct MERL activities; data use to inform program design and refinement; and development and use metrics, measurement, and methods to achieve program results. She/he will oversee the GH-PEARL MERL activities working with a range of stakeholders including USAID, local entities, consortium partners, and team members. The Technical Director must be able to act or represent the Project Director, as necessary, and ensure high-quality technical products. The Technical Director may lead on individual MERL activities, commensurate with work experience and technical skills.
The expected hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
Hiring Salary Range: $87,000 - $199,000
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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