Program Officer I - Research & Evidence

FHI, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

USA-Remote (Any)

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• The Program Officer I - Research & Evidence role supports the Research and Evidence Group at FHI 360, a multidisciplinary team generating evidence to inform global health and development programs. This position is critical in ensuring research projects are administered efficiently, deliverables are met on time, and financial and contractual obligations are fulfilled, directly contributing to evidence-based decision-making in areas such as infectious disease, maternal health, and economic opportunity.
• Day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with research project management teams to track deliverables and funder requirements, managing the full vendor lifecycle for subawards and consultants (from onboarding to invoicing), maintaining project files and calendars, sending reminders for reporting deadlines, reviewing work plans, assisting with budget tracking and expense processing, supporting business development efforts including grant proposal coordination in Salesforce, and facilitating communication with internal and external partners.
• The Research and Evidence Group operates across technical areas including child development, health systems innovation, and economic opportunity, partnering with governments, funders, and communities worldwide to translate research into actionable impact. The team uses diverse methods such as implementation research, program evaluation, secondary data analysis, and research synthesis to strengthen global programs.
• In this role, the individual will develop strong project administration and coordination skills, gain experience in NGO-based research project management, deepen understanding of budget and contract processes in international development, and build proficiency in cross-functional communication and documentation—positioning them for growth into senior program or project management roles within global health and development sectors.

🏖️ Benefits

• 18 days of paid vacation per year for full-time US-based staff
• 12 sick days per year and 11 paid holidays annually
• FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan
• Competitive benefits package including professional development support
• Commitment to work/life balance through supportive policies and programs
• Opportunity to work on global health and development research with real-world impact

Skills & Technologies

Remote

Degree Required

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About FHI, Inc.

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human-development organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives. For 50+ years it has worked in 70 countries and all U.S. states, integrating expertise in health, education, nutrition, economic development, gender, youth, research and technology to solve complex social problems. The group partners with governments, donors and communities to design and deliver evidence-based programs that improve health systems, expand education, strengthen civil society and respond to humanitarian crises, always focusing on locally driven, lasting change .

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