TERMS OF REFERENCE
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Health, UNICEF Zambia, the Digital Health Consultant will provide comprehensive technical and programmatic support to strengthen the digital health ecosystem in Zambia. The incumbent will be responsible for the following key tasks:
- Technical and Programmatic Implementation
- Policy Development and Strategic Planning
- Partnerships and Coordination
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
Education
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in: Health Informatics, Computer Science, Public Health, Development Studies, or related field.
Wok Experience
- 7 years’ experience in digital health, including system deployment and project management.
- Prior work with MOH and development partners.
- Experience working with digital public goods including DHIS2, OpenLMIS, iHRIS, OpenMRS, etc.
Languages
- Fluency in English is required.
Skills
- Enterprise architecture, interoperability, user-centered design.
- Strong communication, coordination, and project implementation skills.
- Proven record in training, digital health report writing, and multi-stakeholder collaboration.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
Remarks
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.