INTERNATIONALS ONLY - Information Management Consultant, Polio Section, Afghanistan, 6 months (Remote with trip)
Overview
Provide time-limited, specialized Information Management (IM) expertise to support the piloting and national scale-up of the polio program 'reset' strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Integrate SBC, VCCM, and polio extender monitoring data into the Afghanistan Polio Management Information System (APMIS).
- Provide structured IM technical support to the M&E team and field offices during the reset pilot phase.
- Design and pilot an AI-assisted digitization workflow for paper-based Registration Books.
Required Experience
At least 5 years of progressive experience in information management, data management, or a related field, including at least 2 years working as an Information Management consultant or staff within a UN system or large-scale public health program. Demonstrated experience in data systems design, management, and integration in complex, multi-level programs. Familiarity with immunization data management systems and processes at scale. Prior experience with polio-specific data management systems (e.g. APMIS) is an added advantage. Prior consultancy experience with UNICEF or other UN agencies. Experience in the Afghanistan or broader South Asia health/humanitarian context. Familiarity with KoBoToolbox, ODK, or similar mobile data collection tools.
Qualifications
Master`s university degree in Information Management, Data Science, Information Technology, Computer Science, Public Health Informatics, or related field.