OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

This is a requisition for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)

Contractual Agreement:

Non-Staff – International PAHO Consultant

Job Posting:

December 16, 2025

Closing Date:

January 1, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Primary Location:

Off Site

Organization:

CIM Comprehensive Immunizations

Schedule:

Full time

PURPOSE OF CONSULTANCY

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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Consultant: geo-enabling the Health Information System using GIS technology for immunization programs

Background:

The Comprehensive Immunization Program (CIM) is undertaking a strategic initiative to geo-enable its Health Information System (HIS) to leverage the visualization and analytical capabilities offered by Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This process aims to strengthen the capacity of Member States to utilize spatial data for informed decision-making, improving the monitoring and evaluation of immunization programs. By integrating geospatial technologies, CIM seeks to enhance the quality, accessibility, and interoperability of immunization data, enabling more precise targeting of interventions and resource allocation.

This geo-enabling effort is aligned with the overarching goal of achieving sustainable and equitable reductions in morbidity and mortality from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD) through control and elimination strategies. Spatial analysis will provide critical insights into population distribution, service coverage, and equity gaps, ultimately contributing to improved health outcomes and life expectancy across the Americas. To support this process, CIM requires specialized technical assistance in geospatial data management and GIS services, ensuring robust implementation and capacity building throughout the initiative.

Purpose:

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide technical support in the areas of geospatial data management and GIS services during the geo-enabling process, supporting Member States’ efforts to achieve sustainable and equitable reduction of morbidity and mortality from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD) through control and elimination strategies. This includes improving the quality and life expectancy of populations in the Americas based on spatial analysis.

Additionally, the consultancy will support countries in the development and application of population and geospatial estimations methodology for concrete initiatives for use within Immunization Programs at different levels, ensuring that these tools are effectively integrated into planning, monitoring, and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities:

Participate in the creation and publication of case studies and trend analyses that demonstrate the impact and application of geographic information systems (GIS) in immunization management and strategy at regional and global levels, thus contributing to the scientific and technical literature in the field of geospatial public health in the area of immunization Support the integration and migration of spatial data to promote the development of new applications for immunization, ensuring that decision making benefits from a complete and detailed geospatial understanding. Develop and execute advanced training programs in spatial analysis and geographic modeling for technical teams in the Member States, in order to enhance their capacity to apply geographic information technologies (GIT) in the planning and management of health services, with a special focus on immunization and disease control. Develop comprehensive guidelines/tools on population and geospatial estimation methodologies tailored for immunization programs and produce case study reports documenting the process, outcomes, and lessons learned for replication in other Member States ensuring that these tools are effectively integrated into planning, monitoring, and decision-making processes. Apply geospatial methods to generate insights regarding policy planning, evaluation, and data visualization and based on that produce concept papers, preliminary analyses, and briefings to support the use of data analytics and data science techniques throughout the Organization and in the Member States. Supporting the definition of guidelines, standards, protocols, aiming at improving the availability, quality (completeness, uniqueness, timeliness, validity, accuracy and consistency) and accessibility of geospatial data. Provide support to create algorithms for predictive models and analyses to apply data science in public health analyses that provide critical information and insight for strategic decision-making at the regional, sub-regional, and Member State levels. Generate analytical reports, charts, tables, figures, presentations and other materials (including manuscripts and publications) tailored towards different audiences based on the interpretations of the conducted analyses. Develop data visualization solutions using: PowerBi, Tableau, and Shiny solutions. Development of GIS-based scripts, models, and tools, editing, analyzing and managing data in GIS, from a variety of formats. Develop and implement scripts and Extract, transform, and load (ETL) routines using Python or R programming language. Collaborate with internal colleagues, national authorities, and external experts in relevant working groups to produce informational and analytical technical content that contributes to the the immunization Unit key projects and interprogrammatic initiativesCollaborate closely with PAHO epidemiologists, advisors, programmers, and statisticians to develop and utilize analytical models to conduct analyses, including assessing the potential impact of policy and intervention options on the disease burden, factoring in costs, policy options, time, etc. Participate in daily/weekly meetings and initiatives as required

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages:

Education:

• Essential: university degree in health, Epidemiology, Data Science, Geography, Computer Science, Statistics, Public Health, social science or a similar field of expertise related to the functions of the post from a recognized university.
• Desirable: A master’s degree in public health or Epidemiology, policy and planning, project management, health administration, public administration, information technology, geography, data science, management or related field would be an asset.

Experience:

• Essential: At least seven years of combined national and international experience in the fields of health planning, project management, monitoring and evaluation, including experience in strategy formulation and strategic resource allocation.
• Desirable: Previous experience working with PAHO and/or Immunization program data will be an asset.

Languages:

• Essential: Very good knowledge of Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language.

• Desirable: Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.

IT Skills:

Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook. Experience with ArcGIS Pro and QGIS. Previous experience with R programming language or Python is essential. Experience with SQL and Extract, transform, and load (ETL) routines are highly desirable. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Visio and Project would be an asset.

Localization:

Consultants will work remotely in accordance with PAHO’s teleworking provisions.

Duration and intensity (full-time or part-time) will depend on the specific assignment.

Pay rate:

Daily Pay Rate: US$258 to US$314 (level P3-P4). The total amount of the consultancy will be defined based on deliverables (maximum of 20 days per month).

Contract duration: The initial duration is until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of extension subject to performance and availability of funds.

Additional information

How to apply:

This consultancy will be announced through the PAHO website and the candidates that qualify might be considered for consultants with PAHO Comprehensive Immunization Program, that application will be valid for a maximum period of 2 years. Please include CV and Cover Letter when applying to this consultancy.

Additional information

• This vacancy notice can be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancy at the same level.

• Successful candidates will be included in the shortlist and may subsequently be chosen for consulting assignments that are in this area of work or for similar requirements/tasks/deliverables. Inclusion in the shortlist does not guarantee selection for a consultancy contract. There is no commitment by either party.
• Only candidates who are being seriously considered will be contacted.
• All applicants must complete an online profile to be considered for this consultancy. For the evaluation of your application, make sure that your profile on the PAHO Careers page is up to date; All experience records must include a detailed description of the tasks performed at the time. Please note that CVs/PHFs inserted through LinkedIn are not accessible.
• A written test may be used as a method of selection.
• If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, 3 professional reference letters from previous work experiences, including the full name of the contact person, telephone number and address or email, and a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO/WHO only considers higher education qualifications obtained from an accredited/recognized institution in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed via the following link: http://www.whed.net/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process. Some professional certificates may not appear on the WHED and will require individual review.
• Any appointment or extension of appointment is subject to the PAHO/WHO Regulations and e-Manual.
• For information about PAHO, please visit: http://www.paho.org
• PAHO/WHO is committed to the diversity of its workforce.
• PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability. Individuals who join PAHO are required to maintain these standards in both their professional work and personal activities.
• PAHO also promotes a work environment free of harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a proven history of abusive conduct.
• PAHO staff frequently interact with people in the communities we serve. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious offenses will be dismissed and may also face criminal prosecution.
• PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not hire smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• Applications from women and citizens of unrepresented or underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.
• Consultants will perform the work as independent contractors in their personal capacity, and not as representatives of any entity or authority. The performance of work under a consulting contract does not create an employer/employee relationship between PAHO and the Consultant.
• PAHO/WHO shall have no responsibility for any taxes, duties, social security contributions, or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions, and any other contributions that are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction where the work is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement from PAHO/WHO.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.
• Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently may be selected for consultancy assignments falling in this area of work or for similar requirements/tasks/deliverables. Inclusion in the Roster does not guarantee selection for a consultant contract. There is no commitment on either side.
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this consultancy. For assessment of your application, please ensure that your profile in the PAHO Career page is updated; all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are no accessible.
• A written test may be used as a form of screening.
• If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO/WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO/WHO Regulations, and e-Manual.
• For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org
• PAHO/WHO is committed to providing a respectful and supportive workplace for all personnel .
• PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
• PAHO also promotes 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 abusive conduct.
• PAHO personnel interact frequently with people in the communities we serve. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoings will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.
• PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.
• Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. The execution of the work under a consultant contract does not create an employer/employee relationship between PAHO and the Consultant.
• PAHO/WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by PAHO/WHO.