PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY SPECIALIST (CONSULTANT)

• Facilitate the rollout of UNICEF Uganda's Public Health Emergency (PHE) prevention and response strategy.
• Support implementation of emergency preparedness and response initiatives.
• Contribute to strengthening Uganda's overall health security framework.
• Provide technical guidance on public health emergency management.

• Provide high-level technical assistance to the Ministry of Health.
• Support the development and implementation of health emergency preparedness plans.
• Strengthen public health systems and emergency response mechanisms.
• Contribute to health systems strengthening initiatives.

• Facilitate multi-stakeholder coordination mechanisms.
• Lead technical consultations with government institutions, development partners, and other stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration among public health actors.
• Support effective coordination of emergency preparedness and response activities.

• Support management and oversight of large, complex grants funded by multilateral and bilateral donors.
• Ensure grant implementation aligns with donor requirements and program objectives.
• Monitor progress and support reporting requirements.
• Contribute to effective resource utilization and accountability.

• Support planning, implementation, and monitoring of public health emergency interventions.
• Strengthen emergency preparedness systems and response capacities.
• Provide strategic recommendations for improving health security.
• Support evidence-based decision-making during public health emergencies.

• Monitor implementation progress and achievement of objectives.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Support data analysis and dissemination of findings.
• Ensure timely submission of required deliverables.

• Master's Degree in:
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Global Health
  • Health Systems Strengthening
  • Or a related field

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in public health emergencies or related public health fields.
• Demonstrated experience managing large and complex grants from multilateral and bilateral donors.
• Proven experience providing technical assistance to the Ministry of Health.
• Experience supporting health systems strengthening initiatives.
• Strong background in public health emergency preparedness and response.

• Public Health Emergency Management
• Health Systems Strengthening
• Epidemiology
• Global Health Programming
• Health Security Planning
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Grant Management
• Technical Assistance
• Program Management
• Monitoring and Evaluation

• Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination.
• Experience leading technical consultations.
• Ability to engage effectively with government institutions, donors, and development partners.
• Strong partnership and relationship management skills.

• Familiarity with Uganda's health sector systems and structures.
• Understanding of Ministry of Health operations and frameworks.
• Knowledge of public health policies and emergency response systems in Uganda.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong coordination and facilitation abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality technical reports and deliverables.

• Ability to work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and accountability.
• Results-oriented approach.

• Fluency in spoken and written English.

• PRINCE2 Certification.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.
• Other recognized professional certifications in Program Management.

• Care
• Respect
• Integrity
• Trust
• Accountability
• Sustainability

• Updated TMS Profile.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Cover Letter.
• Separate Financial Proposal using the prescribed UNICEF template.

• UNICEF does not charge any recruitment or application fees.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Successful candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
• UNICEF promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

• Work with one of the world's leading child-focused organizations.
• Contribute to strengthening Uganda's public health emergency response systems.
• Collaborate with government, development partners, and international stakeholders.
• Gain exposure to global health and emergency preparedness initiatives.
• Be part of an organization committed to protecting and advancing children's rights worldwide.