TB Technical Lead: Strategy, Diagnostics & Programs

FHI 360; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Technical Advisor, Tuberculosis (STA, TB) at FHI 360 is an advanced subject matter expert accountable for the TB design, direction, and quality of work across Health Programs projects. The role sets the technical agenda for TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, care, and program strengthening, and guides investment of technical resources.

With leadership across MOH and national TB programs, you will drive policy alignment, performance improvement, and data-informed decision

Qualifications

• 15+ years in TB programming with leadership in LMICs
• Experience guiding ministries of health on TB policy and service delivery
• Expertise in drug-resistant TB, TB/HIV, and TB diagnostics
• Experience with donor-funded TB programs and reporting

Responsibilities

• Sets TB technical direction across TB projects and ensures quality deliverables
• Leads collaboration with MOH and national TB programs to strengthen policy and service delivery
• Oversees TB diagnostic networks, including labs, testing, and data-driven decisions
• Guides integrated TB services (TB/HIV, pediatric TB, TB preventive treatment) and DAL/CS changes
• Develops strategies and tools for TB design, implementation, and capacity building
• Maintains ongoing dialogue with field counterparts and partners to ensure alignment with country needs

Skills

TB program leadership

Public health expertise

Policy guidance

Stakeholder engagement

Data use and surveillance

Capacity building

Budgeting for technical activities

Team mentorship

Education

Master's Degree or international equivalent in Public Health/related field

Doctorate degree preferred

PM Certification preferred

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

The Senior Technical Advisor, Tuberculosis (STA, TB) at FHI 360 is an advanced subject matter expert accountable for the TB design, direction, and quality of work across Health Programs projects. The role sets the technical agenda for TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, care, and program strengthening, and guides investment of technical resources.

With leadership across MOH and national TB programs, you will drive policy alignment, performance improvement, and data-informed decision