Immunization Specialist

The incumbent provides technical guidance and operational support throughout the programming process to facilitate the achievement of concrete and sustainable results in immunization programs. This role ensures alignment with organizational Strategic Plans, results-based management approaches, and accountability frameworks to strengthen primary healthcare (PHC), resilient health systems, and improved health outcomes. Key responsibilities include programme development and planning, programme management, technical support, advocacy, networking, partnership building, innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building. The position requires close collaboration with stakeholders to deliver immunization services in line with UNICEF's mandate and global health priorities.

Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, Health Policy, Health Management, Pediatrics, Family Health, Global Health, Health Education, Health Research or related fields; At least 8 years of relevant work experience in Health, Health Care, Primary Health Care, Program Management, Policy Development, Emergency Preparedness, Partnership Building, Capacity Building or related fields; Strong experience in Immunization, Health Systems, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maternal Child Health, Child Adolescent Survival, Supervisory Skills; Fluency in English is required; Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is desirable; Knowledge of Fragile contexts, Emergency experience, UN experience considered as assets; Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.