About the opportunity
Kenya has made significant progress in reducing vaccine-preventable diseases through sustained immunization investments. Under the Gavi 6.0 strategy, financing arrangements have shifted to a consolidated grant model, placing emphasis on country-led prioritization and optimizing vaccine portfolios within a constrained fiscal environment. The Ministry of Health, through the National Vaccines and Immunization Programme (NVIP) and with technical support from WHO and partners, is undertaking a Vaccine Portfolio Optimization and Prioritization (VPOP) exercise. This exercise provides a transparent framework to evaluate investments against public health impact, equity, value for money, affordability, and sustainability. WHO is seeking an international consultant to provide technical leadership and operational support in planning, implementing, facilitating, and documenting the VPOP exercise, ensuring timely submission to Gavi by March 2027.
Salary and benefits
- Remuneration based on applicable international consultant rates in USD (travel costs excluded)
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's level or above) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, Health Economics, Health Policy, Pharmacy, Statistics, or another relevant field
- At least seven (7) years of relevant experience in immunization programmes, vaccine policy, public health planning, health economics, or related fields
- Demonstrated experience in vaccine introduction, immunization programme evaluations, or immunization policy development
- Experience supporting National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (NITAGs) or equivalent advisory bodies
- Proven experience conducting evidence reviews, programme assessments, and policy analyses
- Expert level proficiency in English with excellent written and spoken communication skills
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Scanned copies of required degrees, diplomas, or certificates (required in advance if retained for interview)
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: September 3, 2026
- Closing Date: September 17, 2026, 9:59:00 PM UTC
How to apply
- Access the vacancy portal online via the WHO Careers system
- Submit your application through the online application portal
Additional information
- This consultancy is for a duration of 6 months based in Nairobi, Kenya.
- Travel may be required on an on-need basis, subject to full medical clearance.
- A written test may be used as part of the screening process.
- WHO considers higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other types of abusive conduct; background verifications are conducted for final candidates.
- Consultants perform work as independent contractors in a personal capacity and are solely responsible for all applicable taxes and duties.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Public health or health economics professionals with at least seven years of experience in immunization policy
- Experts with a proven track record in supporting NITAGs or similar advisory bodies
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a six-month consultancy based in Nairobi, Kenya, requiring the ability to work on-site
- As an independent contractor, you are responsible for your own taxes and duties
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a high-impact opportunity to provide technical leadership on a national scale, allowing a consultant to influence vaccine portfolio optimization and contribute directly to a country's Gavi 6.0 application process.
Our take
Experienced public health professionals with specific expertise in immunization and policy analysis should apply; those without the required seven years of relevant experience or the ability to relocate to Nairobi may not be suitable.
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