Advisor, Immunization Information Systems

Pan American Health Organization; Washington; On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) seeks a senior professional to strengthen immunization information systems across the Americas. You will lead data collection, quality assurance, and advanced analytics to support evidence-based decision-making and digital transformation of vaccination programs.

The role emphasizes building capacity, coordinating with member states, and producing policy briefs, manuscripts, and reports to advance health equity in immunization services.

Qualifications

• Nine years of combined national and international experience in disease control programs, with emphasis on immunization.
• Experience in design, implementation and evaluation of immunization programs and technical cooperation activities.
• Strong data governance, analytics skills and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reports, briefs and manuscripts.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for data collection, validation, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of immunization data.
• Develop standardized methodologies and tools to strengthen use of immunization data for planning and monitoring.
• Advise Member States on immunization information systems modernization and digital solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, policy briefs, and other knowledge products; support evaluations and research.

Skills

Immunization data analysis

Data quality assurance

Digital health solutions

Project planning

Evidence-based decision-making

Capacity-building

Education

Master's degree in Epidemiology or Public Health

Bachelor's degree in health-related or information systems

Tools

Power BI

R/SQL

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Grade:

P-4

Salary - Monthly (non-negotiable):

7,168.92 USD

Post Adjustment - Monthly:

3,914.23 USD

Contractual Agreement:

Staff - Professional Non-post

Job Posting:

September 2, 2026

Closing Date:

September 16, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Primary Location:

Washington, D.C.

Organization:

CIM Comprehensive Immunizations

Schedule:

Full time

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Join PAHO's Comprehensive Immunization Special Program (CIM) and play a key role in strengthening immunization information systems across the Americas. This position contributes to improving the quality, analysis, and use of immunization data to support evidence-based decision-making, digital transformation, and equitable access to vaccination services.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general supervision of the Executive Manager, Comprehensive Immunization (CIM) and the direct supervision of the Deputy Manager, Comprehensive Immunization (CIM), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance for the collection, validation, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of immunization data through regional and global reporting mechanisms, ensuring data quality and effective program monitoring.
• Develop and promote standardized methodologies, tools, and capacity-building approaches to strengthen the use of immunization data for planning, monitoring, and decision-making.
• Advise and support Member States in strengthening immunization information systems and advancing digitalization, including electronic immunization registries, digital vaccination certificates, and analytical tools.
• Provide technical expertise in data quality assurance, information management, data analysis, and evidence-based assessment of immunization program performance.
• Contribute to monitoring the Regional Immunization Plan and support the analysis of immunization equity data to identify coverage gaps and inform actions that improve equitable access to immunization services.
• Prepare technical reports, policy briefs, scientific manuscripts, and other knowledge products, while supporting evaluations, operational studies, research initiatives, and resource management activities related to immunization information systems.

For a complete list of functions, please see the post description.

EDUCATION

Essential: A university degree in a health-related or information systems profession, and a master’s degree in epidemiology, public health or any other field related to the functions of the post from a recognized university.

EXPERIENCE

Essential: Nine years of combined national and international experience in disease control programs, with emphasis on the design, implementation and evaluation of immunization programs. Experience should include participation in technical cooperation programs and activities in disease control or in immunization programs in a health-related program or institution.

LANGUAGES

Fluency in Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.

IT SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, spreadsheets and presentations, as well as management information systems. Advanced proficiency in immunization information systems, data governance, digital health solutions, electronic immunization registries, health information systems, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and digital transformation initiatives to support evidence-based decision-making, immunization program performance monitoring, and health equity analysis. Practical Knowledge of data analytics (Power BI, R/SQL).

Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

For a complete list of competencies and skills, please refer to the post description.

The skills required are:

• Extensive knowledge of immunization programs, vaccine-preventable diseases, and immunization information systems.
• Expertise in immunization data collection, management, analysis, interpretation, and use for planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of digital health solutions, including electronic immunization registries, digital vaccination certificates, and electronic reporting systems.
• Ability to develop technical cooperation strategies, operational guidance, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Experience in project planning, monitoring, resource mobilization, and management of technical and financial resources.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to apply evidence to improve immunization program performance and equity.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the preparation of technical reports, policy briefs, scientific manuscripts, and presentations.
• Ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively with ministries of health, international organizations, academic institutions, and other stakeholders.
• Proven teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to deliver quality results and manage multiple priorities effectively.

DURATION OF CONTRACT
This is an initial 11-month assignment, with possibility of extensions, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

DISCLAIMER

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level.
• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.
• Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.
• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO, considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:

- World Higher Education Database (WHED), list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The list can be assessed through the link: http://whed.net/

- Council for Higher Education Accreditation chea.org

- College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, nces.gov to support the validation process.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.

PAHO/WHO is committed to:

• PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so, email us at: [e-mail]
• Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
• Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.
• Providing a smoke-free environment.
• Protecting the people in the communities we serve.Therefore, we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.