Health Specialist – Programme Management

About the role

The Health Specialist will support the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF's health programme in the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on sectors such as maternal, neonatal and child health. Reporting to the Chief Field Office and guided by the Chief of Health, the role ensures programme results are achieved through effective planning and coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Support programme development, planning and budgeting for health sectors.
• Manage implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of programme progress.
• Provide technical guidance and operational support to achieve results‑based management objectives.
• Build partnerships with government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors and other health‑sector stakeholders.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, health policy, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in public health programme planning, maternal and neonatal health, or health emergency preparedness.
• Fluency in French; knowledge of another UN language or local language is a plus.
• Experience working in developing or humanitarian contexts, preferably within the UN system.

Required skills

• Programme planning and health systems strengthening.
• Data analysis and monitoring & evaluation.
• Results‑Based Management (RBM) methodology.
• Technical health expertise in maternal, newborn and child health.