Pact is an international nonprofit that works in nearly 40 countries building solutions for human development that are evidence-based, data-driven and owned by the communities we serve. Founded in 1971, Pact works with partners to build resilience, improve accountability, and strengthen knowledge and skills for sustainable social impact.
Department Programs - Pact strives for a world where all people are heard, capable, and vibrant. The Programs Team helps realize this objective by bridging program management, technical support, and business development, enabling Pact to achieve its global strategy. We ensure program excellence through continuous learning, monitoring and evaluation and provide organizational and industry-wide thought leadership by leveraging a complementary set of cross-functional, multi-disciplinary skills, expertise, and experiences. The Programs team: influences progressive change through the development and implementation of global and regional strategies and business plans; supports advancement of innovative solutions; pursues new business opportunities; and drives effective internal and external engagement to maximize Pactโs impact across the globe. Across all aspects of its role, the Programs Department adheres to and promotes a culture of inclusion, accountability, and respect.
Position Overview
Pact seeks a Technical Director for the anticipated USAID-funded Madagascar Accessible Continuum of Care and Essential Services Sustained (ACCESS) follow-on, which aims to (i) increase the availability of quality health services, (ii) improve health infrastructure, (iii) strengthen the capacity of the Malagasy health system, and (iv) promote healthy behaviors among Malagasy communities. This is anticipated to be a five-year (2024-2029) contract in the $90M range. This position is contingent upon award and is anticipated to be based in Antananarivo
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of high-impact MNCH/FP/RH interventions in collaboration with key national and regional stakeholders, ensuring adherence to internationally endorsed and recognized guidance on MNCH/FP/RH services.
- Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of technical personnel, ensuring they support the projectโs overall strategic approach, its integration into the M&E plans, and its coordination throughout all levels of the Government of the Republic of Madagascar.
- Monitor implementation of activities to ensure timely completion of objectives and targets.
- Lead the development of annual workplans activities in collaboration with project staff, USAID, and Ministry of Health (MOH) and ensure successful implementation of planned activities through continuous coordination with key stakeholders.
- Develop contractual deliverables (quarterly, annual, field project evaluations, etc.) in conjunction with other key staff and external evaluators.
- Work closely with project staff and implementing partners to identify, document, and disseminate best practices.
- Develop and present papers at local, regional, and international forums to share experiences and best practices developed through project activities.
Basic Requirements
Masterโs degree and 9+ yearsโ relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience (experience included 5 years of management experience) or Bachelorโs degree and 11+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field, such as medicine, public health, health system management, social administration, or social sciences, including 5 years of management experience.
Experience within Madagascar or similar environments, incorporating elements of improved access to primary health care services at all levels of the health system.
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to perform and collaborate in complex and politically sensitive project environments.
Previous experience working on USG-funded health programming in Madagascar.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, and work with and between different stakeholders, including local organizations, government institutions, private sector entities, and US Government agencies.
Demonstrated skills in problem solving and consensus building.
Fluency in English, Malagasy, and French (oral, writing, and reading)
Ability to travel within Madagascar and occasionally internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of the political, social, and economic context of Madagascar.
- Experience designing or implementing gender- or youth-sensitive health programming.
- Malagasy nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.