Individual National Consultant for Support to Revise Health Information System (HIS) (UNICEF)

UNICEF is hiring an information technology expert to collaborate with VNPT in improving the HIS software system developed by VNPT, ensuring its compatibility with the e-MCH system.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Contract type: Consultant.
Duty Station: Hanoi.
Level: Consultancy.
Location: Viet Nam.
Categories: Health.
Deadline: 23 June 2024 SE Asia Standard Time.

SCOPE OF WORK

Conduct review health information software system (HIS) provided by VNPT included HIS for hospital or district health centre; and HIS for commune health station.
Upgrading VNPT's HIS version ensures seamless data integration with the e-MHC system.
Test VNPT's HIS version after upgrading and integrating it with the e-MCH system.
Support for integrating VNPT's HIS software to ensure seamless connection and data transmission with the e-MCH system.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education:

Advanced degree in IT or related field is required.
At least 10 years of experience in leading the design and conduct of complex development relevant IT projects including overseeing software developers; responsibility for business analysis, budgets, contracts, procurement, and project management.

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

Experience in IT and digital health system/software development, deployment and scaling up in the East Asian continent, preferably in Viet Nam.
Experience in working with IT development partners in Viet Nam in development and implementation of healthcare system information and software.
Experience in working with Viet Nam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) on develop and revise system and software is an asset.
Familiarity with the work of UNICEF and/or other similar organizations working on digital health including for maternal and child health.
Good understanding of human rights, equity and gender-based approaches to programming.
Good written and communication skills in both Vietnamese and English.

HOW TO APPLY

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS

Letter of interest/confirmation of availability and CV;
Technical proposal (5-10 pages) which clearly explains the outline on how to deliver the tasks and deliverables;
Three references;
Financial proposal: All-inclusive lump-sum cost including consultancy fee and any other relevant costs for this assignment.