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Strengthen Integrated Digitization of Health Campaigns Consultant, PG Health/Digital Health Transformation, Access and Impact Unit, NYHQ, remote. Req# 588484

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Contract type: Consultant
Duty Station: New York
Level: Consultancy
Location: United States
Categories: Health

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If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you. For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines fordeveloping countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. UNICEF has over 12,000 staff in more than 145 countries.

Consultancy: Strengthen Integrated Digitization of Health Campaigns Consultant

Duty Station: PG Health/Digital Health Transformation, Access and Impact Unit

Duration: February 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027

Home/ Office Based: Remote

 

BACKGROUND

Purpose of Activity/ Assignment:

 
Countries continue to face significant challenges in integrating data from vertical public health campaigns such
as immunization, Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) mass drug administration (MDA), malaria, and vitamin A
supplementation into national health management information systems (HMIS). These fragmented data flows
limit the ability of Ministries of Health (MoH) to gain a holistic view of service delivery, plan effectively, and
monitor progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
To address these gaps, UNICEF is supporting governments to strengthen the digital foundations that enable
integrated and interoperable data systems for community-based and campaign health services. This includes
leveraging standards-based architectures, such as Health Level Seven – Fast Healthcare Interoperability
Resources (HL7 FHIR), to improve how campaign data are captured, exchanged, and used alongside routine
HMIS data.
As part of the broader agenda that UNICEF is leading on integrated digitization of health campaigns, including
immunization and Primary Health Care (PHC), UNICEF is (i) developing an Integrated Campaign Registry (ICR) to
serve as a data backbone that connects multiple campaign platforms, and (ii) supporting countries in facilitating
real-time exchange with national HMIS. UNICEF is hence seeking a consultant to provide technical expertise and
coordination support to advance this work, while also contributing to broader digital health strengthening
efforts that promote alignment between campaign and routine systems at the global and country levels.
 
Scope of Work:
 
Under the direct supervision of the Health Specialist (Health Information Systems), Digital Health
Transformation, Access and Impact Unit, UNICEF HQ, the consultant will provide technical and coordination
support for the design, implementation, and institutionalization of standards-based digital health solutions such
as the Integrated Campaign Registry (ICR) that enable interoperability between campaign data systems and
national HMIS, improving data use for planning, monitoring, and decision-making across community-based and
campaign interventions.
Objectives:
The consultant will:
- Provide strategic and technical guidance on the design and rollout of the Integrated Campaign Registry.
- Support the adoption of Health Information Exchange (HIE) standards (e.g., HL7 FHIR) and
interoperability frameworks that enable linkage between campaign systems and national HMIS.
- Prepare resources to facilitate UNICEF coordination with global, regional, and national stakeholders,
including MoHs, World Health Organization (WHO), and key partners, to ensure alignment of integrated
digitization of health campaigns with existing digital health initiatives.
- Develop documentation of lessons learned to inform global guidance on the integration of campaign
and routine data systems, supporting UNICEF’s broader health systems strengthening agenda.
 
The consultant will be responsible for the following deliverables:
1. Technical design and rollout of the ICR:
a. Provide technical input to finalize the ICR architecture, ensuring compliance with HL7 FHIR
standards.
b. Review and harmonize data models for priority public health campaigns (e.g., NTDs, 
immunization, malaria) to facilitate interoperability.
c. Support mapping of data exchange workflows between campaign platforms (e.g., ODK, DHIS2)
and national HMIS.
d. Work closely with the technical partners to ensure timely deployment of the ICR in 2 pilot
countries.
e. Support pilot testing, troubleshooting, and refinement of the ICR.
f. Document pilot results and recommend strategies for scale-up and institutionalization.
2. Adoption of HIE standards and interoperability frameworks to link campaign systems and national
HMIS:
a. Provide technical and coordination support to strengthen interoperability between campaign
and routine systems, ensuring alignment with national digital health strategies in 4 countries.
b. Contribute to the adoption of HIE and interoperability standards that facilitate integrated
analysis across program areas in 4 countries.
3. Prepare resources to facilitate UNICEF coordination with global, regional and national stakeholders to
ensure alignment of integrated digitization of health campaigns with existing digital health initiatives:
a. Provide resources such as technical briefs and analytics reports to coordination meetings
organized to ensure alignment with existing convening and coordination bodies (e.g., ESPEN,
Health Campaign Effectiveness Coalition, Campaign Digitization Working Group, etc.).
b. Contribute to the coordination, planning and monitoring of integrated digitization of health
campaigns.
4. Development and dissemination of lessons learned:
a. Document case studies and lessons learned from the ICR implementation and related
integration efforts.
b. Develop knowledge products and technical briefs to inform global guidance on campaign and
HMIS integration.
c. Contribute to advocacy and partner engagement to mobilize resources for continued
investment in integrated digitization of health campaigns.
 

Terms of Reference / Key Deliverables:

Work Assignment Overview/Deliverables and Outputs/Delivery deadline

1.Provide strategic and technical guidance on the design and rollout of the Integrated Campaign Registry.

- Inputs gathered and validated with stakeholders from 2 countries to inform the design of the ICR.
- ICR system architecture finalized, ensuring alignment with HL7 FHIR standards and UNICEF digital health principles.
- Mapping and harmonization of data models for priority public health campaigns (NTDs, immunization, malaria, vitamin A) completed.
- Data exchange workflows between 2 campaign platforms (e.g., ODK, DHIS2) and national HMIS defined and documented.
- ICR deployed and tested in 2 countries, including end-to-end data flow validation.
- Pilot results, implementation challenges, and recommendations captured in a technical report.
- Updated ICR documentation package developed, including user manuals, technical specifications, and replication toolkit
 
Jan 31st, 2027 
 
2.  Support the adoption of Health Information Exchange (HIE) standards (e.g., HL7 FHIR) and interoperability frameworks that enable linkage between campaign systems and national HMIS.
- 4 roadmaps for the adoption of HIE and HL7 FHIR standards to enable linkage between campaign data and HMIS developed in 4 countries (one each).
- 4 visualization prototypes that link cross-campaign and routine data developed in 4 countries (one each).
- Consolidated guidance on adoption of interoperability standards for integrated digitization of health campaigns across 4 countries finalized.
 
Jun 30th, 2026
 
3. Prepare resources to facilitate UNICEF coordination with global, regional and national stakeholders to ensure alignment of integrated
digitization of health campaigns with existing digital health initiatives.
- Active participation in 33 monthly coordination mechanisms such as ESPEN, Health Campaign Effectiveness Coalition, and Campaign Digitization Working Group.
- 2 technical briefs and 2 analytics reports on integrated digitization of health campaigns developed for monthly coordination meetings (i.e., Campaign Digitization Working Group meeting).
- 2 coordination briefs and 12 meeting summaries prepared and shared with UNICEF colleagues (e.g., PG-Health).
 
Dec 31st, 2026
 
4. Develop documentation of lessons learned to inform global guidance on the integration of campaign and routine data systems, supporting UNICEF’s broader health systems strengthening agenda.
- 2 case studies developed from pilot countries, documenting implementation experiences, challenges, and integration pathways for ICR.
- 1 global learning brief produced, synthesizing crosscutting lessons from campaign–HMIS interoperability efforts.
- 2 case studies and 1 global learning brief reviewed and validated with WHO, Gavi, and key partners and ready for dissemination.
- 2 case studies and 1 global learning brief posted/shared through UNICEF and partner platforms (e.g., UNICEF Health newsletter, UNICEF Digital Health CoP, Health Campaign Effectiveness Coalition portal, Campaign Digitization Annual Meeting, Global Digital Health Forum, etc.).
- 1 webinar co-organized with WHO and partners to present key findings and lessons learned on integrated digitization of health campaigns
 
Sept 30th, 2026
 
Travel: 4 travels are expected to 4 countries; however countries have not been yet finalized. Travel costs will be paid directly based on approved missions according to UNCIEF travel policies 
 

Qualifications

Education:   

  • Advanced university degree in Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Data Science, or other related fields.
  • Bachelor of Medicine considered in lieu of relevant experience.
Language Proficiency:  
  • Fluency in written and spoken English required. Working proficiency of French and/or Portuguese is highly desirable.

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required *:

  • At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in global health, digital health, or health information systems, including work in LMICs.
  • Proven experience in designing or implementing digital health and interoperability initiatives, including use of HL7 FHIR, HIE, and DHIS2-based systems.
  • Solid understanding of public health campaign data systems (e.g., immunization, NTDs, malaria) and their integration within national HMIS.
  • Experience in data governance and digital public goods principles is an asset.
  • Strong analytical and coordination skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the preparation of technical reports, guidance documents, and knowledge products.
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional, multicultural teams.

Requirements:

Completed profile in UNICEF's e-Recruitment system and

- Upload copy of academic credentials

- Financial proposal that will include/ reflect :

    • the costs per each deliverable and the total lump-sum for the whole assignment (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference.
    • travel costs and daily subsistence allowance, if internationally recruited or travel is required as per TOR.
    • Any other estimated costs: visa, health insurance, and living costs as applicable.
    • Indicate your availability

- Any emergent / unforeseen duty travel and related expenses will be covered by UNICEF.

- At the time the contract is awarded, the selected candidate must have in place current health insurance coverage.

- Payment of professional fees will be based on submission of agreed satisfactory deliverables. UNICEF reserves the right to withhold payment in case the deliverables submitted are not up to the required standard or in case of delays in submitting the deliverables on the part of the consultant.

U.S. Visa information:

With the exception of the US Citizens, G4 Visa and Green Card holders, should the selected candidate and his/her household members reside in the United States under a different visa, the consultant and his/her household members are required to change their visa status to G4, and the consultant’s household members (spouse) will require an Employment Authorization Card (EAD) to be able to work, even if he/she was authorized to work under the visa held prior to switching to G4.  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process

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UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. View our competency framework at: Here

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment. 

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 

Remarks:  

Individuals engaged under a consultancy will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants. Consultants are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws. 

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts. 

 

 

 

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