Monitoring and Evaluation, and Research/Learning Director

Overview Jhpiego seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Research (MERL) Director to provide strategic, technical, and methodological leadership for a Unitaid-funded, multi-country initiative focused on accelerating cervical cancer secondary prevention in LMICs. The project aims to support countries to establish routine, integrated screening and treatment services, introduce and evaluate innovative tools (e.g., next-generation HPV diagnostics, AI-enhanced visual evaluation, digital referral systems), and develop evidence-based strategies for scale-up. The MERL Director will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan, including data collection, analysis, and reporting; providing technical assistance to country teams on research design, data management, and statistical analysis; and ensuring the integration of research findings into programmatic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in global health, epidemiology, or a related field, with experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation plans for large-scale programs, as well as expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods.