Health Information Systems Consultant (guatemala)

PATH

Guatemala
Not specified (assumed hybrid or flexible)
Master's degree in health informatics or related field
5+ years his implementation experience in lmics
Expertise with guatemala surveillance platforms sinave epiweb
PATH is seeking a Health Information Systems Consultant to support its STRIDES Project in Guatemala, focusing on enhancing surveillance and analytical capacities for infectious diseases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health information systems and experience in infectious disease surveillance, particularly within the context of Guatemala

Job Summary

  • PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity by developing innovative solutions to pressing health challenges.
  • The consultant will lead the integration of human and animal health surveillance data into national digital platforms like SINAVE and ViCo.
  • This role requires ensuring interoperability, designing data pipelines, and training health officers across Guatemala.

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PATH is seeking a Health Information Systems Consultant to support its STRIDES Project in Guatemala, focusing on enhancing surveillance and analytical capacities for infectious diseases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health information systems and experience in infectious disease surveillance, particularly within the context of Guatemala.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in health informatics or related field
  • 5+ years HIS implementation experience in LMICs
  • Expertise with Guatemala surveillance platforms SINAVE EPIWEB
  • Experience designing electronic data entry forms
  • Strong understanding of infectious disease surveillance
  • English and Spanish proficiency required

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience in animal health or zoonotic diseases
  • Experience working on USG-funded projects
  • Background in One Health collaborations
  • Contributions to technical publications or reports
  • Ability to train national and subnational officers

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in information systems, epidemiology, or public health
  • Minimum 5 years experience in HIS implementation in LMICs
  • Legal authorization to work in Guatemala
  • Proven experience with Guatemala infectious disease surveillance platforms
  • Willingness to travel within Guatemala up to 25%

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Guatemala

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