Technical Advisor, Health Financing, Data.FI

Technical Advisor, Health Financing, Data.FI We are seeking a US‑based Technical Advisor (TA), Health Financing to support the implementation of Translating Data for Implementation (Data.FI), a global project funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the State Department. The role will be based in Palladium’s Arlington, VA office within our Americas region and will follow a hybrid working model of three days in office and two days from home. This role is contingent upon funding (expected in January) and the project will run through September 2026. Location Arlington, VA – Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days from home). Compensation Full‑time equivalent annual base salary ranging from $105,000 to $115,000. Final offer will be based on qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and business needs. Reporting Lines The TA will report to the Senior Technical Advisor, Health Financing. The role will collaborate closely with country directors and technical leads. Primary Roles and Responsibilities Develop and guide the health financing strategy and country portfolios, ensuring alignment with U.S. government and partner country priorities. Support the implementation of the health financing strategy and country portfolios. Contribute to the design and execution of health financing activities such as costing, modeling, and research for assigned countries. Maintain technical quality in finance, economics, econometrics, and modeling across relevant domains. Assist with public financial management reforms, including program‑based budgeting, fiscal decentralization, and IFMIS integration. Conduct fiscal space analyses, budget and expenditure surveys, and support strategies for mobilizing domestic resources for health. Model scenarios for domestic resource mobilization and co‑financing trajectories. Support strategic purchasing reforms, including benefit package design, provider payment methods, and results‑based financing. Advise on insurance and risk‑pooling mechanisms to enhance financial protection and health coverage. Conduct quantitative modeling, unit costing, and cost‑effectiveness analyses to inform policy and implementation plans. Provide technical assistance, training, and mentoring to ministries and technical working groups to institutionalize health financing functions. Develop and implement innovative financing models (e.g., blended finance, earmarked taxes) and facilitate private‑sector involvement. Produce policy briefs, guidance, and knowledge products; support work planning, deliverable quality, and cross‑mission learning. Qualifications Master’s degree in Health Economics, Economics, Public Policy, Public Health (health financing focus), Finance, or a related field. 7+ years of progressively responsible health financing experience in LMIC settings, with direct engagement of ministries of health/finance and donors. Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following areas: Fiscal space analysis and domestic resource mobilization. National Health Accounts. PFM/program‑based budgeting. Insurance/risk‑pooling. Benefit package design/HTA. Provider payment and strategic purchasing. Costing and economic evaluation. Ability to design and implement frameworks for integrating health program data with financial data; familiarity with data exchange between health and finance systems. Proficiency in developing data models that support health financing analysis, including cost projections, resource allocation, and efficiency metrics. Hands‑on experience with financial systems and data platforms such as ERP platforms, budgeting tools, Power BI and cloud‑based solutions. Ability to translate complex data insights into actionable recommendations for health financing policy and program design. Strong analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and deadlines. Highly collaborative and able to work effectively with cross‑functional teams. Excellent written and oral communication in English; French and/or Spanish highly desirable. Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 25–30%). Core Abilities Required Professional conduct in representing organizational and donor interests with government officials, U.S. G agencies, and international partners. Team development and performance‑management skills, including delegation and coaching. Excellent time‑management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines. Adaptability to organizational and colleague needs. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Prior experience on U.S. G‑funded projects with familiarity in compliance, sub‑awards, and results reporting. Equal‑Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. Accessibility Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability, or you are a neurodivergent individual, or for any other circumstance, please email our team at View email address on click.appcast.io and we will be in touch to discuss. #J-18808-Ljbffr Palladium