Senior Technical Advisor, Data.FI

Senior Technical Advisor, Data.FI

About Palladium:

Palladium is a
global company working to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the
lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health,
water, power, and infrastructure; build enduring, sustainable, and
transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges;
and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 50 countries and have a
workforce of more than 2,000 talented and motivated staff around the world.

Palladium is part of GISI's global
family of companies, which aims to create solutions for the world's most
complex challenges. With annual revenues of $14 billion, GISI's approximately
15,000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide
providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting
services.

This Opportunity:

Palladium is currently seeking a US based Senior Technical
Advisor (STA) to support implementation of the Translating Data for
Implementation (Data.FI) award in Ethiopia. Data.FI is a global project funded by the U.S. President's Emergency
Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the State Department.

Data.FI partners with PEPFAR programs to accelerate and sustain
access to high-quality data to expedite HIV epidemic control and maintenance.
Data.FI supports host country governments to enhance existing health
information systems (HIS) and conduct in-depth analysis of epidemiologic and
program data to inform management responses to gaps in programming and sustain
impact by supporting local partner transition.

This STA advises and collaborates with project teams to plan,
develop, and implement high-quality data systems, ensuring adherence to
industry standards and best practices. The role supports company growth by
managing projects effectively and fostering positive client relationships,
while actively contributing to the continuous improvement of program quality
and operational efficiency through global initiatives and knowledge sharing.
The consultant will build strategic partnerships and represent the organization
at international forums, technical working groups, and with key stakeholders.
The ideal candidate brings expertise in health information exchange
architecture, integration of multi-source data systems, and experience
supporting donor-funded projects.

This is a project role with duration until March 31, 2026, with
possibility of extension.

Location and Compensation:

The position is based in Palladium's Arlington, VA office within
our Americas region.

Palladium supports a hybrid working model with 3 days in office, 2
days from home.

For our prospective employees in the United States, please note
that the full-time equivalent annual base salary for this position is expected
to range from $120,000 to $135,000 and successful candidates may also be
eligible for additional, variable incentive compensation dependent on the role.
For part-time employees, the salary will be prorated based on the actual number
of hours worked.

Please be advised that a final salary offer will be based on
various factors, including but not limited to your qualifications, education,
experience, skills, seniority, performance, and Palladium's business or
organizational needs.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the compensation
for this position, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We value your
interest in our company and appreciate the opportunity to discuss this
opportunity with you.

Reporting Lines:

The Senior Technical Advisor will report directly to the Technical Director, Data.FI

Primary
Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work
  with project teams to advise, plan, develop, coordinate, and implement the
  programmatic workplan related data systems; ensure quality implementation
  of activities.
  
• Work
  with the Directors of Information Systems, to ensure guidance on best
  practice and industry standards are communicated to project teams; guide
  staff on technical implementation ensuring adherence to standards,
  industry best practices and key strategic guidance.
  
• Contribute
  to company growth by supporting well-managed projects, ensuring Palladium
  is seen positively by clients for consideration in future business
  development.
  
• Actively
  support the constant improvement of program quality and management
  efficiency through contributions to country, regional and global
  initiatives, such as SOP/tool/template development/refinement.
  
• Develop
  and implement efficient ways to better share program information and best
  practices among Data.FI activities globally such as through routine
  meetings, conference abstracts, blogs, and publications.
  
• Formulate
  partnerships and collaborations with relevant organizations and networks
  for strategic growth, including representing Palladium to governments,
  donors, partners, and other stakeholders, through thought leadership at
  international meetings, ministry-level events, technical working groups,
  one-on-one meetings, and communities of practice; manage existing
  relationships.
  
• Complete
  other duties as assigned
  

Essential
Criteria:

• Master's in Data Science, Information Systems, IT or similar degree and 10+ years of relevant work experience
  
• Fluency
  in English; knowledge of French will be an asset.
  
• Previous
  experience managing projects or activities that required high quality
  organizational, financial, or managerial skills
  
• Comprehensive understanding of how information systems fit within Health Information Exchange architecture and can leverage data from open-source global good digital health software products such as DHIS2, OpenLMIS, iHRIS, OpenIMIS, OpenMRS, CommCare
  
• Experience developing information systems that integrate data from multiple data sources, along with the effective engagement of government ministries (or other relevant clients) responsible for the different data sources
  
• Experience
  supporting work implementing USG or other donor funded projects

Core
Abilities Required:

• Excellent
  verbal and written communication skills
  
• Excellent
  interpersonal skills
  
• Excellent
  organizational skills and attention to detail
  
• Ability
  to train and coach staff
  
• Excellent
  time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  
• Strong
  analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Ability
  to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate
  
• Proficient
  with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
  
• Works
  with respect and dignity for all colleagues and contributes to a
  cooperative team working environment
  
• Ability
  to work with a low level of supervision and as a part of a team when
  required
  
• Ability
  to travel and work in developing countries for extended periods of time if
  needed

Applications
will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early as the
position may close once a suitable candidate is found.

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.

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 accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will
be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding - We define
Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our
people, clients and the communities we work with from harm". We are committed
to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium
are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to
an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a
rigorous due diligence process.