Appel à manifestation d’intérêt : Recrutement d’un(e) Associé(e) en informatique de santé en Afrique de l’Ouest francophone basé au Cameroun.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Responsibilities

Strategic Guidance and Stakeholder Engagement (20%)

  • Engage closely with Ministry of Health (MOH) programs, in-country partners, and regional/local CHAI teams to develop a deep understanding of user requirements for malaria surveillance and public health campaigns;
  • Provide guidance to MOH programs and stakeholders in the selection and application of technology tools to solve public health problems;
  • Play a translational role in communicating technical approaches, software/hardware specifications, and implementation guidance to non-technical staff within the MOH, partner organizations, and other CHAI team members;
  • Serve as a thought leader for CHAI teams, MOH programs, and stakeholders on regional and country-level digital strategies, approaches, and guidance.

Technology Project Management (40%)

  • Develop and document user-centered requirements in line with programmatic objectives and data needs, including data entry forms, user workflows, dashboards, and system integrations;
  • Manage technology vendors to ensure product configurations and developments are on track and in line with defined requirements; test developer outputs and provide regular feedback on bugs and functionally;
  • Directly configure data collection, management, and reporting tools and systems as needed (e.g., DHIS2, ODK, CommCare), including user-friendly dashboards;
  • Manage ongoing tracking and prioritization of software development activities; proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential challenges and roadblocks, and develop contingency plans.

Technology Implementation (40%)

  • Develop system roll-out plans and support system installation, device set-up, and operational readiness ahead of implementation;
  • Build digital and data capacity within government staff by developing manuals, SOPs, and training materials; train stakeholders and end users in the administration and use of information technology;
  • Cultivate a culture of data-use within malaria programs by ensuring data visualizations are automated, simple, clear, and action-oriented for program staff at all levels;
  • Develop and implement sustainability plans with Ministry of Health staff to ensure the long-term success of digital health interventions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree, ideally in relevant field (information systems, epidemiology, public health, computer science);
  • Working proficiency in both English and French;
  • At least three years’ working experience as a business analyst, product manager, technical project manager, or in a similar role working closely with stakeholders to define and deliver business requirements for technology initiatives;
  • Proven experience in planning, designing and implementing technology-based solutions across the full software delivery lifecycle with stakeholders and users, preferably for disease surveillance;
  • Ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including healthcare workers, Ministry of Health program staff, NGO partners, the WHO, technology companies, and academic partners
  • Comfort and proactiveness with learning new technologies; DHIS2 experience strongly preferred;
  • Exceptional communication skills with people of varied professional and cultural backgrounds; experience communicating technical concepts to non-technical users;
  • Ability to think strategically and anticipate future consequences and trends;
  • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team;
  • Strong work ethic, integrity, credibility, and dedication to CHAI’s mission;
  • Ability to be effective, calm, and flexible in high-pressure situations, to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and to effectively prioritize;
  • Proven ability to function in a fast-paced work environment;
  • Ability to travel approximately 30% of the year.

Application process

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