Consultant: Health Information Systems Advisor, Epidemic Preparedness and Response, Global Health Programs
Core
Lead the integration of human and animal health surveillance data streams into national digital platforms to strengthen infectious disease detection and analytical capacity in Nepal.
Role type
Senior IC Health Information Systems Advisor (Epidemic Preparedness)
Builds
National digital surveillance platforms (DHIS2, SORMAS), centralized data pipelines, and real-time analysis dashboards
Domain
Global Health / Infectious Disease Surveillance / One Health / Digital Health Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Health informatics, DHIS2/SORMAS platform expertise, data interoperability design, system architecture assessment, data governance frameworks, multisectoral coordination, technical training, report writing
Preferred skills
Experience in LMICs (specifically Nepal), animal health/zoonotic diseases, One Health collaborations, USG-funded project implementation
Technologies
DHIS2, SORMAS
Responsibilities
Lead integration of IBS/EBS/CBS, AMR, genomic, and lab data streams; Design and implement centralized data pipelines and dashboards; Conduct assessments of surveillance architecture and system interoperability; Develop secure data-sharing protocols and governance frameworks; Conduct semi-annual data quality assessments; Facilitate technical workshops and data-sharing forums; Support country staff on project activities; Review project and donor reports
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC