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Position Description: Health Security Partners (HSP) is seeking an Immunization Program Coordinator who will work with HSP, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) Indonesia Office, and Perhimpunan Ahli Epidemiologi Indonesia (PAEI) in Indonesia. The goal of the Sub-national Consequential Geographies Initiative (SCGI) is to increase immunization program capacity in West Kalimantan to identify underserved populations and implement tailored interventions to vaccinate underserved populations; implement comprehensive vaccine preventable disease (VPD) surveillance systems; improve preparedness and response to outbreaks of VPDs; and strengthen quality and sustainability of immunization delivery systems. This is a full-time position to accomplish the goals and objectives of the SCGI in Indonesia. All applicants must be Indonesian nationals currently residing in West Kalimantan or willing to relocate for the duration of the assignment.
Responsibilities
All work will be done in collaboration with HSP, CDC Indonesia, PAEI, and national and provincial health authorities in Indonesia. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Serve as an advisor on immunization program (routine and supplemental) planning and implementation, VPD surveillance, and/or outbreak response.
- Coordinate with Indonesian MOH, CDC Indonesia, and PAEI on technical aspects of the SCGI and related activities.
- Participate in PAEI team meetings, CDC Indonesia working groups and provide information, advice, and guidance.
- Serve as a primary point of contact (POC) between HSP and PAEI, and HSP and CDC-Indonesia; handling questions, helping resolve work-related problems, and providing timely program updates.
- Maintain communication with the established provincial health office (PHO) and district health office (DHO) POCs. Provide them regular updates of HSP and PAEI’s program progress in West Kalimantan.
- Alongside PAEI, oversee the day-to-day operations of the SCGI work plan activities, ensuring adherence to established intervention protocols, guidelines, and related policy.
- Participate in outbreak investigation and response activities with PAEI staff, PHO and DHO officers, as needed.
- Prepare and submit regular reports on program activities and outcomes to HSP and PAEI
Timeline:
The Consultant will be required to begin as soon as possible, and the consultancy will extend through 30 September 2025, with possible extension of an additional four years depending on funding availability. The position is full-time, requiring up to 40 hours per week.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or doctorate degree in public health with focus on epidemiology, immunization, health administration, nursing, or a related field;
- At least 5 years’ experience in public health, epidemiology, and immunization programs;
- Past experience microplanning and/or conducting vaccine demand studies, highly desirable;
- Experience organizing and leading outbreak investigations and public health response activities for vaccine preventable diseases;
- Experience in leading or coordinating teams, including training and mentoring staff;
- Experience in teaching, especially adult learners;
- Experience working in or with the Indonesian MoH or provincial/district health offices;
- Ability to work successfully with international teams;
- Good spoken and written English language skills; and
- Excellent communication skills.
This is a contract position funded by an external grant. Compensation is a competitive daily rate commensurate with experience. Health Security Partners is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
To apply, send your CV/resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the position to Ms. Kate Taylor (kate@healthsecuritypartners.org) and copy Ms India Bowman (india@healthsecuritypartnesr.org). Place “Immunization Program Coordinator: YOUR NAME” in the subject line. Only successful applicants will be notified of their status.