Global Malaria Program Technical Lead

Nakupuna Companies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 142,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Nakupuna Companies seeks a Malaria Program Technical Advisor in Washington, DC to support U.S. Department of State global health policy and PMI initiatives. You will manage awards, provide global technical engagement, and oversee scale-up of malaria innovations with cross-country implementation.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 10+ years of global health experience, U.S. citizenship with Secret clearance, and 25% international travel.

Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in malaria product introduction and implementation of malaria prevention and treatment programs.
• Experience with award design, management, and oversight of large-scale health portfolios.
• Analytic skills for malaria performance metrics and milestone-based approaches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Leadership to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with U.S. government regulations and Congressional reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide program and activity management for malaria awards in multiple countries.
• Strengthen global technical engagement and provide country support for malaria programs.
• Develop strategic plans and milestones for PMI-supported health programs.
• Design program instruments, metrics, and performance milestones.
• Prepare Congressional reports and timely progress updates.
• Create technical guidance, tools, and training materials for integrated malaria programs.

Skills

Malaria program introduction expert

Award design & management

Malaria performance metrics

Communications skills

Collaboration with health ministries

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Technical malaria expertise

Donor coordination

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Public Health or related field

Job description

Nakupuna Companies seeks a Malaria Program Technical Advisor in Washington, DC to support U.S. Department of State global health policy and PMI initiatives. You will manage awards, provide global technical engagement, and oversee scale-up of malaria innovations with cross-country implementation.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 10+ years of global health experience, U.S. citizenship with Secret clearance, and 25% international travel.