Health Information Systems Advisor
Quick answer
PATH is hiring a Health Information Systems Advisor based in Uganda to lead infectious disease surveillance integration and digital health system development for the STRIDES project.
- Role
- Health Information Systems Advisor
- Organization
- PATH
- Location
- Uganda
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
PATH is seeking a Health Information Systems Advisor for the STRIDES project to strengthen infectious disease surveillance in Uganda. The role involves integrating human and animal health data streams into national digital platforms like DHIS2 and SORMAS. The advisor will lead the design of data pipelines, conduct system assessments, and foster multisectoral collaboration to ensure sustainable health information infrastructure. This position plays a critical role in supporting evidence-based decision-making for public health initiatives.
What you'll do
- Integrate human and animal health data streams into national digital platforms like DHIS2.
- Design and implement centralized data pipelines and real-time dashboards.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of surveillance architecture and system interoperability.
- Collaborate with government stakeholders to institutionalize responsive HIS systems.
- Develop secure data-sharing protocols and governance frameworks.
What it takes
- Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine, or health informatics.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in HIS implementation and surveillance strengthening in LMICs.
- Proven proficiency with DHIS2, SORMAS, or similar health data management platforms.
- Strong understanding of One Health, zoonotic diseases, and infectious disease surveillance.
- Legal authorization to work in Uganda and ability to travel up to 25% domestically.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Uganda and requires the candidate to have legal authorization to work in the country.
Does this role require travel?
Yes, the Health Information Systems Advisor must be willing to travel within Uganda up to 25% of the time.
What level of education is required?
A Master’s degree or international equivalent in epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine, health informatics, or a related field is required.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on PATH's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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