Senior Technical Advisor, Transition and Sustainability

Job Posting Organization:
Pact is a global nonprofit organization that has been operational since its establishment, with experience in over 60 countries. The organization is dedicated to fostering thriving, resilient communities that can chart their own development paths. Pact delivers solutions that are rooted in evidence and driven by data, focusing on creating sustainable change in various sectors, including health, governance, and economic development. The organization emphasizes a culture of inclusion, accountability, and respect in all its operations, ensuring that all people are heard, capable, and vibrant. Pact's Programs Team plays a crucial role in realizing this mission by bridging program management, technical support, and business development, enabling the organization to achieve its global strategy effectively. The team influences progressive change through the development and implementation of global and regional strategies and business plans, supports the advancement of innovative solutions, and drives effective internal and external engagement to maximize Pact's impact across the globe.

Job Overview:
The Senior Technical Advisor (STA) for Transition and Sustainability is a pivotal role within Pact’s Global Health team, focusing on U.S. Government-funded HIV, health systems, and global health security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security programming across multiple countries. The STA is expected to provide technical leadership and strategic guidance to prepare governments and local partners to assume and sustain responsibility for essential health services and program functions. This includes supporting HIV service delivery, health system resilience, and global health security. The STA will work closely with country-based transition leads, project leadership, and technical teams to develop and implement time-bound transition and sustainability plans. The role requires translating commitments into measurable actions, assessing progress, managing risks, and strengthening the institutional, financial, operational, and compliance capacities necessary for sustaining integrated health services. The STA will also promote consistent approaches, facilitate cross-country learning, and engage with stakeholders on transition priorities and progress, making this a highly collaborative and impactful position.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of the Senior Technical Advisor include providing technical leadership and strategic guidance on transition and sustainability for USG-funded programs. This involves working with country-based transition leads and project leadership to ensure that approaches are coherent, evidence-based, and high quality. The STA will guide the development and implementation of transition and sustainability plans, assess government and local partner readiness, and advise on the phased handover and integration of service delivery and technical resources. Mentoring country-based transition leads, reviewing and adapting Pact’s capacity strengthening tools, and participating in coordination meetings are also essential duties. The STA will monitor and report on progress against transition milestones, oversee documentation of transition progress, and develop practical tools for transition and sustainability. Other duties may be assigned as needed, reflecting the dynamic nature of the role.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree and at least 9 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional qualifications include a Master’s degree in public health, international development, or a related field, along with at least 12 years of progressively responsible experience in global health programming. Experience working with national and subnational governments, particularly in health program transition and sustainability, is crucial. Familiarity with USG-funded global health programs and their compliance requirements is also required. Candidates should have experience in guiding the transition of health services to government or local partners, as well as in strengthening organizational capacity across various systems.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s degree in public health, international development, organizational development, or a related field. This advanced education is essential to equip the candidate with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to global health programming and transition efforts.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience, specifically at least 12 years in global health programming, with a focus on transition, sustainability, health systems strengthening, or organizational capacity strengthening. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with government entities and managing complex health programs, particularly in the context of U.S. Government-funded initiatives.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Additional language skills may be beneficial, particularly in regions where Pact operates, enhancing the ability to work with diverse teams and communities.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified as a hybrid role, requiring two in-office days per week in Washington, DC. Candidates based in the DC area are preferred, but those residing in specific states where Pact is registered to employ staff may also be considered. The salary range for this position is between $103,000 and $152,400, determined by various factors including skills, experience, and internal equity. The organization emphasizes that compensation decisions are made thoughtfully, ensuring fairness and alignment with business needs.