Information Technology Health Systems Strengthening Advisor

Added: May 15, 2015 2:55 am

A. BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

Broad responsibilities will include providing technical leadership to USAID, interagency partners, Ministries of Health, Women, Children and Youth Affairs, and Finance and implementing partners through recommendations and expertise in the design, development, improvement, and maintenance of information systems that strengthen service quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.  Technical assistance and capacity building of HAPN team members in country systems requirements, analysis, design, specifications, and oversight for project management, development, piloting/testing, implementation and evaluation will also be key components of the position.  The position requires both advisory and administrative ability, including hands-on Health Information Systems Informatics and Information Technology technical expertise, results-oriented analysis, strong project management experience, clear communication skills, and close collaboration with a wide variety of stakeholders including:  host ministries, Implementing Partners, interagency teams, USAID Headquarter personnel and other donors.

The incumbent must ensure the presence and use of adequate administrative controls, information and data quality, procedural efficiencies and adherence to internationally recognized information system and standards for interoperability.  S/he will be expected to develop strategies and technical approaches for better USAID, USG, and partner coordination and improve integration of vertical programs e.g. PEPFAR, Maternal & Child Health, Malaria Control, Vaccination, etc.  The incumbent will support the integration of national information systems such as Health Management Systems, Human Resources Information Systems, Health Information Exchanges, facility systems and others.