Overview
Lead the development and implementation of a country strategy for health information management related to emergency preparedness and response, and vaccine-preventable diseases. Enhance Somalia's Emergency Response Information Management Systems (ERIMS) and provide technical support to health authorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of a country strategy for health information management related to emergency preparedness and response, and vaccine-preventable diseases.
- Lead WHO's efforts to enhance Somalia's Emergency Response Information Management Systems (ERIMS).
- Provides technical support to federal and state health authorities to improve data readiness for all hazards.
- Design and oversee field epidemiological and health service availability surveys.
- Support country teams in conducting health needs assessments during and after emergencies.
- Manage the timely and high-quality collection, analysis, production, and dissemination of health data during complex emergencies.
- Build the capacity of country and state teams involved in data management and public health intelligence.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
- Lead the development of projects based on the country's strategic plan to help mobilize resources.
Required Experience
At least 7 years of relevant experience in information management, monitoring, needs assessment, and data management in the public health sector. A significant portion of this experience must be in emergency management, surveillance or humanitarian context in a leadership position at the national and international levels.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, Database Management or Public Health.
