Principal Technical Advisor

Summary

Join the CDC Foundation as a Principal Technical Advisor (PTA) for global maternal and neonatal programs, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance to expand access to high-quality emergency obstetric and neonatal care (EmONC) in Tanzania and other low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of program activities, ensuring alignment with global standards and national priorities. Collaborate with ministries of health, in-country partners, and global experts to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and strong partnership skills. The position is remote (with regular travel) and is a grant-funded, limited-term opportunity. The salary range is $155,000-$175,000, plus benefits. The position is based in the United States and will end on June 30, 2027.

Requirements

• Medical, Doctor of Philosophy or other terminal degree from an accredited college or university required
• Minimum of 10 years of direct experience in international maternal and neonatal health, with demonstrated leadership experience in EmONC required
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale health programs in LMICs, in partnership with governmental and non-governmental organizations
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate culturally and geographically diverse teams
• Expertise in health systems strengthening, capacity building, and quality improvement
• Established publication record including peer-reviewed manuscripts, conference presentations, and global technical guidance
• Strong intercultural communication and conflict resolution skills in diverse, multilingual environments
• Demonstrated success fostering an inclusive environment working with and leading professionals from diverse backgrounds and geographies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience effectively communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and senior leaders from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to represent the CDC Foundation and its partners, leading discussions and negotiations concerning global maternal and neonatal programs
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; collegial, energetic and able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, donors and partners
• Sound judgment and maturity, exemplified by consistent professionalism in collaborating with individuals of varying levels of seniority both internally and externally

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of a global strategy to expand evaluation of EmONC services in LMICs, with an initial focus on Tanzania
• Collaborate with in-country stakeholders to align program goals with national health strategies and policy frameworks
• Provide high-level technical expertise in maternal and neonatal health, with a particular focus on EmONC
• Oversee assessments of EmONC service availability and facility readiness using standardized tools
• Promote evidence-based interventions and innovations that enhance quality of care and health outcomes
• Mentor and support in-country technical teams and partner organizations
• Design and implement training programs to strengthen the clinical and managerial capacity of healthcare workers
• Promote continuous learning and quality improvement practices within participating health facilities
• Lead the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track program performance and impact
• Oversee the collection and analysis of data to inform adaptive management and strategic decision-making
• Contribute to the global evidence base by documenting lessons learned, best practices, and impact findings
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with ministries of health, international agencies, donors, academic institutions, and other stakeholders
• Represent the program in global health forums, technical working groups, and donor meetings
• Contribute to resource mobilization efforts through proposal development and donor engagement
• Travels domestically or internationally as needed to represent the designated programs and the CDC Foundation (up to 30 percent annually)
• Participates in and/or leads special projects and other duties as assigned

Benefits

Salary Range: $155,000 - $175,000, plus benefits