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Recruitment Notice

Position Title: Data Analytics and Visualization Consultant

Office: Health Emergency Management Bureau (HEMB)

Duration: Three (3) months

Position Description

Health Security Partners is seeking a highly skilled Data Analytics and Visualization Consultant with a strong background in core programming languages (such as R), dashboarding and visualization, and mapping and GIS tools to support the Health Emergency Management Bureau (HEMB) of the Philippine Department of Health (DOH). As the lead agency for health emergency and disaster response, HEMB is mandated to ensure uninterrupted health service delivery and avert preventable morbidities and mortalities during emergencies and disasters. This role is crucial in assisting HEMB in fulfilling this mandate by enhancing its data systems, analytical capabilities, and information management framework.

The consultant will be instrumental in improving the efficiency and quality of HEMB's data management, analysis, and reporting, with a specific focus on disaster-related health data. This includes standardizing data cleaning and analysis scripts, reviewing existing reporting tools and templates, and developing dynamic, interactive dashboards for real-time situational awareness. The consultant will also play a key role in identifying and addressing mapping gaps, interoperability and system efficiency and will contribute to the design and development of an improved information management system. The ultimate goal is to ensure that HEMB's data-driven decision-making is more timely and efficient, reproducible, and effective in responding to public health threats and disasters. The consultants should be well-versed in tools and languages that support real-time or near real-time data analysis, geographic/spatial visualization, use clear, accessible interfaces for non-technical stakeholders, develop and advise on data sources and integration.

All applicants MUST currently reside in Metro Manila, Philippines.

Key Responsibilities

The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

Review and Assessment of Existing Systems:
- Conduct a comprehensive review of HEMB's current data sets, including both notifiable disease surveillance data and disaster-specific health data (e.g., from the Surveillance for Post Extreme Emergencies and Disasters or SPEED system).
- Assess existing data reporting tools and templates to identify gaps, redundancies, and opportunities for automation and improvement.
- Evaluate current scripts (R, SQL, Python) used for data cleaning, transformation, and analysis, identifying inefficiencies and inconsistencies.
- Review and identify gaps in current mapping capabilities and geospatial data sets used for disaster response.
Development of Standardized Scripts and Data Visualization Tools:
- Design and implement modular, well-documented R scripts to standardize data management and analytics workflows for both routine surveillance and disaster-related health data.
- Create and optimize R scripts for automated report generation using R Markdown or Quarto, ensuring reproducibility and consistency across various reports.
- Develop and implement dynamic dashboards and interactive visualizations using tools like Shiny or Flexdashboard (or other dashboard and visualization tools) to provide HEMB leadership with real-time, actionable insights into health emergency situations.
- Ensure all developed tools and scripts comply with open science principles and support efficient data processing pipelines, including mapping and geospatial analysis for disaster data.
Information Management System Development:
- Collaborate with HEMB staff to help develop the functional and technical requirements for a new, centralized Information Management System (IMS).
- Provide technical recommendations and support for the design and architecture of the IMS, focusing on data flow, security, and scalability.
- Contribute to the development of a data governance framework to ensure data integrity, quality, and accessibility within the new system.
Capacity Building and Knowledge Transfer:
- Conduct hands-on training sessions and develop user-friendly guides on the standardized R scripts, automated reports, and dashboard functionality.
- Provide one-on-one mentorship to HEMB staff, guiding them in the transition to and optimization of their analytical scripts in R and use of dashboard and visualization tools.
- Offer recommendations and guidance on implementing version control systems (e.g., Git/GitHub) to promote collaboration and code integrity among the HEMB team.
Final Documentation and Handover:
- Compile a final report that summarizes all key improvements, guidelines, and recommended best practices for HEMB's data management and visualization systems.
- Ensure all developed scripts, dashboard code, and training materials are thoroughly documented as work instructions or Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for sustainability.

Deliverables

The consultant is expected to produce the following:

An assessment report detailing the review of HEMB's existing data systems, including identified gaps in data, reporting tools, and mapping capabilities.
Standardized and optimized R scripts for routine and disaster-related health data analysis, with comprehensive documentation.
Interactive dashboards and visualization tools for key disaster and health emergency indicators.
A report on the proposed architecture and functional requirements for the new HEMB Information Management System.
A comprehensive final report summarizing key findings, improvements, and recommendations.
Documentation of all developed scripts and dashboards as SOPs.
Conduct at least one hands-on workshop and regular mentoring sessions for HEMB staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Technical Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Statistics, Epidemiology, Computer Science, or a related field. A master's degree or graduate units in these fields is a strong advantage.
At least two (2) years of work experience in data management, statistical modeling, and visualization, with a focus on R, RStudio, and RMarkdown/Quarto, visualization and dashboard tools, mapping and GIS tools and have experience in data source integration methods (APIs, etc.)
Demonstrated expertise in R programming, use of visualization and dashboard tools, mapping and GIS tools for epidemiological and disaster-related data analysis.
Experience in geospatial data analysis and developing interactive maps.
Experience in creating interactive dashboards using tools such as Shiny or other R-based visualization libraries.

Soft Skills:

Must be able to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision.
Must be a critical thinker with keen attention to detail.
Must be willing and able to work in multidisciplinary teams.
Must have effective communication and excellent interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

This is a contract position funded by an external grant. Compensation is based on a daily rate commensurate with experience. Health Security Partners is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply, please send your CV/resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to Ms. Alle Taylor (alle@healthsecuritypartners.org) and Dr. Bernadette Velasco (bpvelasco@doh.gov.ph). Please use “Data Analytics Consultant: YOUR NAME” as the subject line. Only successful applicants will be notified.

Recruitment Notice

Position Title: Resident Advisor for Advanced FETP (Jakarta, Indonesia)

Position Description: Health Security Partners (HSP) is seeking a Resident Advisor who will work with HSP, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) Indonesia Office, and the Indonesian Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) Secretariat in Indonesia. The goal of FETP Indonesia is to strengthen the national health workforce in applied epidemiology and to further develop national capacity for detection and response to public health threats. This is a part-time position to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Advanced FETP in Indonesia. All applicants must be Indonesian nationals currently residing in Jakarta or willing to relocate for the duration of the assignment.

Health Security Partners (HSP) is a nonprofit international development organization that is dedicated to building local capacity to improve health security around the world.

Responsibilities

All work will be done in collaboration with HSP, CDC Indonesia, FETP Indonesia and Government of Indonesia partners. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Coordinate with Indonesian Ministry of Health (MOH), including the FETP Secretariat, and US CDC-Indonesia on technical aspects of the Advanced FETP and other related activities.
Participate in FETP team meetings, working groups, or committees and provide information, advice, and guidance.
Serve as a link between the MoH including FETP Secretariat and US CDC-Indonesia by handling questions, helping resolve work-related problems, and providing timely program updates.
Assess adequacy of the curriculum to train participants in field epidemiology, surveillance, epidemiology methods, field projects, communication, and outbreak response.
Plan and oversee Advanced FETP training events in coordination with the FETP Secretariat, US CDC-Indonesia, and HSP personnel.
Assist in the recruitment of FETP Advanced participants and mentors.
Serve as the lead technical advisor to train fellows to practice evidence-based public health, detection, and response to disease outbreaks, and strengthen disease surveillance systems.
Participate in disease surveillance and outbreak investigation and response activities together with the fellows, as needed.
Review all projects and work conducted by trainees for scientific quality and appropriateness and ensure that all projects receive appropriate ethical approvals and CDC clearances.
Review field program activities including monitoring financial reports with the program team and on a periodic basis, identify and correct performance problems.
Ensure that field projects are robust enough to provide FETP participants to gain knowledge, experience, and skill in conducting field projects.
Ensure adequate mentoring of FETP advanced residents.
Facilitate monitoring and evaluation activities, including data collection.
Coordinate with other FETP partners including local governments, sub-national training centers, participating universities in the Advanced FETP, professional organizations, FETP Alumni, FETP-V, to ensure the trainings are aligned with other related objectives.

Timeline:

The Consultant is requested to begin 1 October 2025 and will extend through 29 September 2026, with an extension based on continued funding. The position is part-time, requiring up to ~20-25 hours per week.

Qualifications:

We are looking for exceptional candidates with the following qualifications:

Master’s degree in public health with focus on epidemiology, graduates of the Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) preferred;
At least 5 years’ experience in field epidemiology, experience as an FETP mentor/supervisor preferred;
Experience organizing and leading outbreak investigations and public health response activities;
Experience in teaching, especially adult learners;
Experience writing scientific abstracts and manuscripts and developing presentations for national and international conferences;
Experience working in or with the Indonesian MoH or provincial/district health offices;
Ability to work successfully with international teams;
Good spoken and written English language skills; and
Excellent communication skills.

This is a contract position funded by an external grant. Compensation is based on a daily rate commensurate with experience. Health Security Partners is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

To apply, send your CV/resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the position to Ms. Kate Taylor (kate@healthsecuritypartners.org). Place “FETP Advanced Resident Advisor: YOUR NAME” in the subject line. Only successful applicants will be notified of their status. Deadline for applying: 15 September 2025.