Consultant for EJRF Support and Immunization Data Analysis, CoE, Nairobi
Nairobi
Posted 09 April, 2026
Deadline 22 April, 2026
Consulting and StrategyConsultantMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide global and country technical support to UNICEF Country Offices and the Centre of Excellence (CoE) from Nairobi, Kenya. The focus is on immunization data systems, specifically strengthening the quality, completeness, and use of Electronic Joint Reporting Form (eJRF) data and WUENIC estimates. The consultant will support data-driven decision-making to improve immunization programme performance, reduce the number of zero-dose children, and increase immunization coverage.
Work Approach
The consultant will operate through a collaborative and iterative approach, working closely with time zone health specialists and country teams to review, validate, and interpret immunization data. This includes:
Real-time technical support during key reporting periods (e.g., eJRF submission cycles).
Remote engagement with multiple countries and continuous feedback loops to improve data quality.
Hands-on technical accompaniment, including joint data review sessions and direct support to data entry and validation processes.
Co-development of analytical outputs and ensuring alignment between country-reported data and global estimates (WUENIC).
Translating data into actionable insights.
Key Responsibilities
Provide global and country technical support on immunization data systems.
Strengthen the quality and use of eJRF data and WUENIC estimates.
Review, validate, and interpret immunization data for UNICEF Country Offices.
Support data entry and validation processes directly.
Develop analytical outputs to inform immunization strategies and programming.
Requirements
Education: Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Information Systems, or a related field.
Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
Technical Expertise: Proven experience in eJRF processes (data entry, validation, and review) and WUENIC estimates.
Organizational Experience: Experience working at both country and regional levels; experience with UNICEF, WHO, or similar organizations is highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
Experience in zero-dose analysis and equity-focused immunization programming.
Knowledge of statistical and data analysis packages (e.g., EPIINFO, EPIDATA, SAS, STATA, SPSS, R, Statistica, or Matlab).
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Additional Information
For a detailed scope of work and expected deliverables, you may review the complete Terms of Reference here.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the UNICEF careers portal. You can access the application page through the following link: Apply Here. Detailed Terms of Reference are available here.
