Overview:
The Senior Technical Advisor, Maternal, Newborn, Child Health, and Nutrition (MNCH+N) will lead MNCH and N resource development, strategic planning, direction-setting, prioritization of organizational resource investments, and positioning of Global Communities as a leader in MNCH+N. The Senior Technical Advisor will work collaboratively across other departments to ensure the technical and programmatic strength and impact of Global Communities’ global and country-level investments. The Senior Technical Advisor will develop program technical MNCH and N standards and collaborate with other departments at Global Communities and IntraHealth, a Global Communities Partner, including Global Operations, Strategic Growth and Partnership, and Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning to ensure quality program implementation.
Responsibilities:
New Business Development (50%)
- Grow the MNCH+N technical portfolio, lead positioning at global level, and support country level teams to position for new opportunities in partnership with GC’s Strategic Growth and Partnership (SGP) team and IntraHealth.
- Identify, pursue, and secure new growth opportunities in MNCH+N with existing donors and with new and non-traditional donors and investors.
- Develop strategic priorities, including a multiyear pipeline for portfolio growth.
- Lead the development, technical design, and/or writing of major USAID and USG MNCH+N proposals.
- Coordinate technical inputs to produce high-quality technical narratives for USG focus proposals.
- Represent Global Communities and IntraHealth as the MNCH+N expert and point of contact for current and future donors.
- Develop strategies to inform and shape MNCH+N programs using the latest evidence and best practices.
Thought Leadership and Organizational Visibility (25%)
- Represent Global Communities and IntraHealth in MNCH+N networks and to key donors.
- Lead external engagement and strengthen GC MNCH+N networks for program growth.
- Position Global Communities and IntraHealth as an expert organization in MNCH+N.
- Develop annual plans for MNCH+N project learning dissemination via various platforms.
Program Excellence (25%)
- Oversee the technical implementation of MNCH+N projects.
- Build the technical capacity of project staff through technical assistance.
- Develop programmatic quality standards for MNCH+N portfolio delivery.
- Assess and resolve technical and programmatic issues in collaboration with project leadership.
- Ensure Global Communities’ technical programs are evidence-based and culturally relevant.
- Lead the integration of MNCH+N methodologies across other technical areas as needed.
Position Special Responsibilities:
- Domestic and international travel up to 30% time.
- Promote a culture of excellence, inclusion, learning, support, diversity, and innovation.
- Support building local capacity at the country level of national staff as needed.
Qualifications:
- An undergraduate degree in a related discipline and a minimum of eight years of related work experience or a minimum of ten years of related work experience.
- Proven track record in new business development, including securing significant multi-year program funding from USAID.
- Experience working with international donors, such as USAID and other development agencies.
- Excellent critical thinking skills and sound judgment.
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent public speaking and networking skills.
- Proficiency in a second language in one of GC implementing countries is a plus.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and manage deadlines.
- Strong team-management approach to program support and development.
- A commitment to the mission and values of Global Communities.
- Must have U.S. work authorization.
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, please apply (including your resume and cover letter) by 11/4/2024. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled.
Location and Work Schedule:
This selected candidate can be based in Silver Spring, MD; San Diego, CA. Candidates must be authorized to work in their preferred country without any restriction.
This role is on a hybrid/telework schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work at least twice a week from either our San Diego or Silver Spring office.
Salary and Compensation:
The estimated salary for this position is between $102,953 - $141,560. Final salary will be based on several factors including qualifications and experience.
Safeguarding Policy:
Global Communities holds strict safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
EEO/ADA:
Global Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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