Overview
The National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG) Technical Officer will provide technical guidance to the Ethiopian NITAG and support evidence-based decision-making in immunization.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop the annual NITAG work plan.
- Coordinate the establishment, functioning, and reporting of NITAG Working Groups.
- Develop meeting agendas and organize/facilitate NITAG meetings.
- Prepare and propose topics for NITAG deliberations.
- Coordinate the collection, analysis, synthesis, and dissemination of evidence.
- Prepare background documents, evidence summaries, and ministerial briefing notes.
- Facilitate the convening of NITAG meetings.
- Facilitate communication between the NITAG Chair and the Ministry of Health.
- Serve as liaison among NITAG members, Working Groups, and the MoH.
- Engage with Global NITAG Networks and share experiences.
- Support the immunization academy and research institute for local evidence generation.
- Coordinate capacity building training for NITAG members and Immunization staff.
Required Experience
At least two (2) years of experience working in the field of Vaccine and immunization; Experience working at MoH and involvement in vaccine planning and resource mobilization; Familiar with the Ethiopian Health system.
Qualifications
First‑level university degree in a health‑related field. An advanced University degree (Master’s level or higher) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Vaccinology or a related health field. Recent (3 years) formal training in Vaccinology Courses, vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs), or evidence-based decision-making is an added advantage.
