Requirements
With a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive professional experience in the field, including at least three (3) years serving in the capacity of Principal Digital Health Officer or holding an equivalent role, candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of leadership within the digital health domain.
A bachelor’s degree in Health Informatics, Health Information Systems, Health Records and Information Science, ICT, Epidemiology, Health Economics and Policy, Statistics, Biostatistics, Health Systems, Data Science and Analytics, or Computer Science is required.
A Master’s degree in Health Informatics, Health Information Systems, Health Records and Information Science, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Epidemiology, Health Economics and Policy, Statistics, Biostatistics, Health Systems, Data Science and Analytics, or Computer Science is required.
Registered with an applicable and recognized regulatory body, as required.
A leadership training program certificate, obtained from a reputable institution, must span a minimum duration of four weeks.
Demonstrated expertise in utilizing a variety of computer software and digital tools is essential.
Achieved performance excellence as evidenced by tangible contributions and outcomes in previous roles.
Oversee a range of critical duties including managing daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, and maintaining high standards of productivity and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance performance. Monitor key performance indicators, analyze data to inform decision-making, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous growth while aligning team efforts with organizational goals. Additionally, lead process optimization efforts, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal guidelines.
Crafting, executing, and evaluating thorough policies, strategies, standards, guidelines, legislation, and regulations to govern aggregate health information systems constitutes a core responsibility.
Collaborating with national programs and projects, the role involves developing comprehensive indicator manuals and establishing precise, measurable objectives.
Establish structured reporting frameworks by defining and enforcing uniform data formats and ensuring all data elements conform to specified reporting standards.
Performing routine assessments of consolidated data and patient-specific reporting formats to pinpoint opportunities for enhancement.
Professionally crafting integrated dashboards and GIS-based visualizations to enable real-time monitoring of dynamic data sets.
Utilizing comprehensive health information systems tools, this position involves automating the collection, aggregation, and reporting of data to streamline operational efficiency.
To guarantee that data remains pertinent and systems align with established health data standards and regulatory requirements.
Develop and manage automated indicator reporting and mapping systems to ensure accurate and efficient data dissemination.
Developing and executing robust data recovery frameworks, establishing stringent backup protocols, and implementing proactive breach mitigation measures comprise the core responsibilities of this role.
Qualitative and quantitative surveys are developed to assess the information requirements of stakeholders through structured methodologies and analytical approaches.
Crafting clear, data-driven narratives supported by relevant charts and visualizations is essential to this role.
The development and establishment of clear objectives are essential to enhance the oversight of health information systems, thereby ensuring the improvement of data quality.
Responsibilities include preparing and disseminating detailed reports on critical performance metrics and advancements in policy formulation. This involves evaluating key indicators to assess organizational effectiveness and communicating insights to stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
Crafting comprehensive reports to support program design initiatives and deploying early warning systems are key responsibilities of this role.
We collaborate with stakeholders and programs to pinpoint critical indicators that necessitate ongoing monitoring.
Planning, testing, and integrating new technologies into existing health information systems
Formulating approaches to guarantee the accessibility and usability of health data for end users remains a key responsibility.
Compliance certificates must be obtained as part of the mandatory prerequisites for this role.
A valid Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is required.
Applicants must submit a valid compliance certificate issued by the Higher Education Loans Board (HELD) to confirm their eligibility for financial aid.
To obtain a Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), applicants must ensure their tax obligations are fully met, including filing all relevant returns and settling any outstanding liabilities. The certificate serves as proof of compliance with Kenya’s tax regulations, enabling individuals and businesses to participate in government tenders, secure loans, or engage in other formal transactions. Verification of compliance may involve an audit of financial records, so maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation is essential. The application process typically requires submission of supporting documents, such as tax returns, receipts, and proof of payments, either online or in person at a KRA office. Processing times vary depending on the complexity of the applicant’s tax history and the completeness of the submitted information.
The current Self Declaration form issued by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACH) must be completed.
Earning a Certificate from the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) is required to verify your financial credibility and adherence to creditworthiness standards.
What We Offer
The Assistant Director will report to the Deputy Director of Digital Health and Informatics, providing support in overseeing strategic initiatives and operational functions within the department. This role will involve collaborating closely with leadership to implement digital health programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while maintaining high standards of efficiency and innovation in informatics practices.
The position entails providing assistance to the Deputy Director in overseeing and executing digital health and informatics projects within the organization.
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Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
12 years
