Health Specialist

15 hours ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNICEF Full time
Job Title: Health Specialist - Immunization Program

UNICEF is seeking a highly skilled Health Specialist to join our Immunization Program team. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in supporting the national introduction of HPV and other new vaccines.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership and coordination for the national introduction of HPV and other new vaccines.
  • Collaborate with UNICEF HQ, regional and country offices, donors, and partners to create integrated delivery systems that leverage platforms such as schools for health and wellbeing interventions.
  • Develop a long-term roadmap for vaccine introduction, prepare strategic implementation guidance, and draft periodic donor reports.
  • Assess the programmatic needs for HPV, Malaria, and other vaccines, and work with stakeholders to secure resources for effective implementation.
  • Offer technical assistance to countries, focusing on budgeting, logistics, and financial management to ensure the successful rollout of new vaccines.
  • Manage funding requests and monitor expenditures, ensuring all resources are tracked and reported effectively to donors.
  • Develop comprehensive donor reports and provide input for various publications related to new vaccines.
Requirements:
  • A master's degree in public health, medicine, or a related technical field, such as epidemiology or another social science discipline, is required.
  • At least eight years of solid experience at national/international level in immunization program including global health and/or healthcare, programme coordination, managing and monitoring programme and preparing proposals and fund utilization reports is required.
  • Knowledge of UNICEF or other UN administrative rules and procedures and experience in programme management, and donor/partner coordination (ideally Gavi experience) is an asset.
  • Experience in HPV, Malaria and other new vaccines program management, applying statistical methods, proven track record of publishing manuscripts in top academic journals and a track record of academic presentations in the field of vaccinology is an asset.
Language Requirements:

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

UNICEF is committed to promoting the rights of every child, everywhere. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for making a difference in the lives of children and their families.

As a Health Specialist with UNICEF, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals who are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children around the world.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of children


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