Technical Consultant for Routine
Immunization

Education

MBBS (recognized by PMDC) and/or master’s degree in public health or Social Sciences from a recognized university

Relevant Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of progressively verifiable experience in public health. Candidates with experience or working with International Organizations and/or Government of Pakistan in EPI/PEI will be given preference.

Job Description:

• Contribute to building a strong joint EPI/PEI team, with a focus on the analysis and use of data from both programs to strengthen the routine immunization program with a focus on high-risk polio districts,
• Conduct data analysis and support development of implementation recommendations and reports for decision making in RI strengthening 
• Provide technical expertise to support EPI in strengthening data quality, analysis and use for maximizing impact of RI and new vaccine introduction, including:
  • methods to reach under-served populations, starting with zero dose children and non-FIC 
  • Planning and implementation of concrete interventions including in logistics, cold chain, training, capacity building,  
  • monitoring and supervision
• Ensure coordination and implementation of EPI programs such as Gavi HSS program, and World Bank NISP program 
• Build linkages with RI Partners including WHO, UNICEF, JSI, AKU, and others
• Support the use of data for development, implementation and tracking of the integrated (across EPI and partners):
  • RI workplan/microplan incorporating and reflecting the engagement of all partners 
  • RI monitoring and supportive supervision framework 
  • RI and vaccine introduction evaluations
  • Other reviews as needed
• Develop and present briefing documents, presentations, and briefings to the federal/provincial EPI lead, and other partner leads as needed
• Attend monthly meeting at the federal level to share updates, lessons learnt and planning for the following month
• Build the capacity of relevant EPI staff in data interpretation, analysis and decision making
• Any task assigned by the National/Provincial Programme Manager from time to time

Skills and Attributes

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and data software
• Detail-oriented ability to work at fast pace and meet deadlines
• Strong communications skills in English language as well as with the language of the respective province, with the ability to synthesize and articulate information
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to function and communicate professionally and effectively