Consultant, M&R Country Platform, M&R Immunization System Improvement and SIA Support in the Philippines

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC

Consultant Closes 13 Jul 2026 1 days left

Overview

This consultancy provides technical assistance to the Department of Health in the Philippines for measles/rubella vaccination campaigns and immunization system strengthening. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and implementing vaccination activities at subnational levels.


Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical support for MR SIA 2026 and outbreak response.
  • Update and revise guidelines for SIA monitoring systems.
  • Develop an analytical matrix for identifying priority areas for routine vaccination.
  • Support monitoring and develop field reports on immunization coverage.
  • Review surveillance indicators and initiate data review meetings.
  • Develop the infodemic management plan for AEFI.
  • Support national DOH team in conducting field monitoring visits.
  • Support implementation of immunization program reviews.
  • Provide technical assistance for national and regional trainings.
  • Support CO to develop evidence briefs and background documents for NITAG sessions.
  • Support the integration of the Red Cross/Red Crescent national society into planning and coordination.
  • Prepare weekly summary updates on campaign preparations.
  • Support the aggregation of campaign data and reports into a national report.
Required Experience

Proven experience working in diverse, low-resource settings. Proven experience conducting technical support to international public health programs. Experience working with international, national, and local partners. Strong knowledge with at least 5 years of experience in immunization programs, especially in the planning, implementation, and evaluation and vaccine preventable disease control activities and VPD surveillance.

Qualifications

University degree in allied health-related field. Preferred Master of Public Health.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent English written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate and conduct work in English.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
3 months from July to October 2026
Work Modality
Deployment to country to provide direct support to the Department of Health and in-country partners.
Remuneration
Agreed travel expenses will be reimbursed at cost in accordance with in the IFRC’s relevant regulations.
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