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Implementation Monitoring (IM) is a structured, country-led approach designed to systematically track the progress of immunization programmes aimed at reaching zero-dose and under-immunized populations, particularly in underserved settings. These include urban poor communities, fragile and humanitarian contexts, pastoralist and remote populations, and other marginalized groups experiencing inequities in access to immunization services through a subnational focus.
Currently, monitoring of ZD is primarily done after the fact, based on vaccination coverage. While some data is available on vaccine stock at local level and compiled in Thrive, other data is not available. Implementation Monitoring will use additional health systems and in process indicators at local level on the pathway of change to determine whether the area is on track for coverage and equity improvements or need course correction. Data will be analyzed and used at local level and inform national and global priorities.
The approach focuses on the routine monitoring of programme implementation through a combination of core and context-specific indicators to identify bottlenecks on the critical pathway of change, support timely course correction, strengthen accountability, and improve programme performance. Implementation Monitoring is intended to reinforce a continuous cycle of data-driven decision-making, programme action, learning, and adaptation at subnational and national levels.
Building on lessons learned from implementation monitoring pilots, the Big Catch-Up experience under Gavi 5.0,and Thive 360, UNICEF proposes scaling up this approach in Gavi 6.0 to strengthen accountability, improve programme responsiveness, and accelerate equitable immunization coverage in priority countries.
To strengthen implementation monitoring systems in selected high-priority countries in order to improve programme performance, accountability, and equitable immunization outcomes through structured quarterly monitoring, review, and action.
The proposed implementation monitoring approach is expected to:
• Improve programme accountability and visibility
• Strengthen data-driven decision-making at local and national levels
• Enable timely identification and resolution of implementation bottlenecks
• Improve coordination across stakeholders
• Enhance equitable immunization coverage and service delivery
• Institutionalizing continuous learning and adaptive programme management
Minimum requirements
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant professional experience in immunization, public health, monitoring and evaluation, or health systems strengthening.
- Demonstrated experience developing implementation monitoring frameworks, indicators, reporting tools, and performance tracking systems.
- Strong analytical and data management skills, including experience with Power BI or similar dashboard and data visualization platforms.
- Familiarity with zero-dose, equity-focused immunization programming, and Gavi-supported initiatives.
- Proven ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including governments, UNICEF, WHO, donors, and country teams.
- Excellent report writing, presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver quality outputs within tight timelines.
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- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
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