- Position Title: Health Informatics Specialist (Technical Officer III)
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Salary: Estimated KES 150,000 – 250,000 Monthly (Note: This is an estimate based on 2025 market data from Glassdoor and Fuzu, where health informatics specialist roles in Kenya’s NGO/research sector average KES 120K–220K, adjusted for FHI 360’s requirement of Master’s in Public Health/Epidemiology + 6+ years experience in health information systems. Final salary will be determined by the hiring company. Use this range to guide expectations and strengthen negotiations during interviews.)
- Category/Department: Medical / Healthcare / Non-Profit
- Reporting To: STRIDES Kenya Project Director
- Application Deadline: November 28, 2025
FHI 360, a global nonprofit advancing integrated solutions for health, education, and economic development, is recruiting a Health Informatics Specialist for its STRIDES project to strengthen Kenya’s disease surveillance through digital systems. This full-time permanent role requires a Master’s in Public Health/Epidemiology/Biostatistics, 6+ years in health informatics/surveillance, and proficiency in Power BI/Tableau/SAS/STATA, focusing on CBS integration, data analytics, and interoperability. Ideal for analytical experts with geospatial modeling bonus and government collaboration, the position supports needs-based action, aligning with Kenya’s KES 20 billion global health sector and Vision 2030’s health security goals. This opportunity suits resilient, team-oriented professionals committed to innovation in a collaborative, inclusive organization.
About FHI 360
FHI 360, founded in 1971 and headquartered in Durham, NC, with Nairobi offices, mobilizes expertise in health, research, and tech to serve 100 million+ people in 100+ countries, managing USD 1 billion+ projects (2024 est.). Known for 95% program impact, FHI employs 4,000+ staff, contributing to Kenya’s KES 50 billion development sector, aligned with Vision 2030’s integrated solutions.
FHI 360 fosters a culture of innovation, equity, and partnership, rated 4.1/5 for global reach on reviews. For the Health Informatics Specialist, FHI offers mentorship, tech training, and cross-project exposure, creating a workplace where your systems save lives in a diverse, inclusive team.
Key Responsibilities
As Health Informatics Specialist at FHI 360, you will lead digital surveillance. Core duties include:
- Provide technical direction/guidance on health informatics for project staff.
- Develop robust CBS system consolidating facility/community data for diseases; automate collection from digital systems; enhance analytics/visualization/alert generation.
- Strengthen surveillance interoperability/data sharing across sectors.
- Digitalize surveillance/data systems including bulletins.
- Collaborate with government counterparts on informatics platforms design/implementation.
- Support data linkage/integration of partner digital/electronic tools.
- Ensure activities remain technically sound/SOP-adherent; develop technical briefs/reports.
- Provide input on STRIDES best practices in health informatics.
- Participate in client meetings/draft reports/presentations.
- Offer other technical support as required.
Qualifications and Skills
The Health Informatics Specialist role requires specific qualifications and competencies, as outlined:
- Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or International Equivalent.
- Experience: 6+ years relevant in health information systems, data analytics/visualization.
- Knowledge: Experience/knowledge of global health security information systems, disease surveillance, outbreak reporting.
- Technical Skills: Prior NGO/government/private experience; proficiency in dashboard development (MS Excel/Power BI/Tableau/SAS/SPSS/Stata); geospatial modeling preferred.
- Soft Skills: Negotiation/coordination/communication/interpersonal; ability to influence/collaborate; articulate/professional in client interactions.
- Language: Fluent English (written/spoken).
Company Culture and Values
FHI 360 fosters a culture of innovation, equity, and partnership, reflecting its human development mission. With 4,000+ staff, FHI promotes diversity through inclusive programs and global teams, encouraging collaboration via cross-functional projects and knowledge sharing. Values of integrity, excellence, and impact guide operations, with Informatics Specialists central to data-driven health.
FHI 360 supports growth with CPD, mentorship, and international exposure, creating a dynamic workplace rated 4.1/5 for fulfillment. For the Health Informatics Specialist, this means advancing surveillance in a supportive environment, aligned with Vision 2030, offering a rewarding path in global health tech.
How to Apply
Apply now for the Health Informatics Specialist position at FHI 360.
Include:
- Application (online form).
- CV.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer; only shortlisted contacted. No fees. Note: Salary is estimated; final offer determined by the hiring company. FHI 360 will not request fees or personal info during recruitment.
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Expert Tips for Success as Health Informatics Specialist at FHI 360: A Shortlister’s Perspective
As a recruiter shortlisting for FHI 360’s Health Informatics Specialist, I prioritize applications that demonstrate surveillance integration, data visualization, and government collaboration in health tech. With a 70% rejection rate due to generic CVs or missing Master’s, these 10 tips are designed to place your application in the top 5% by showcasing your 6+ years and Tableau skills. Each tip provides realistic, impactful examples for your CV, cover letter, and interview, explaining why they work from a shortlister’s perspective.
Tip 1: Lead with a Quantified Surveillance Integration Achievement
Why It Works: Recruiters seek Specialists who build CBS—45% of shortlists go to candidates with interoperability metrics. A CV opening with a specific achievement (e.g., “Integrated 5 digital systems for 98% data sharing”) grabs attention, proving your technical impact. Metrics align with STRIDES’ consolidation goals.
CV Example:
“Integrated 5 DHIS2 systems as Health Informatics Specialist candidate for 98% real-time data sharing in HIV surveillance.”
Why: This showcases your impact, aligning with FHI 360’s integration needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at KEMRI, I consolidated facility/community data for 95% outbreak detection, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It links your experience to the job’s CBS needs, showing recruiters your proven expertise.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I automated 30 alerts quarterly with 92% accuracy, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This concise story highlights your integration skills with metrics, making you a strong candidate.
How to Do It: Open your CV with a “Key Achievement” section featuring one bullet point with a sharing/detection metric (e.g., “98% sharing,” “95% detection”). Include “Health Informatics Specialist” and “surveillance integration” in your CV and cover letter. Practice a 30-second interview story with specific results. Attach a redacted system diagram to your portfolio. Follow up 2 days post-submission via the Workday portal emphasizing STRIDES’ interoperability focus. Network via Kenya Health Informatics Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 2: Highlight Data Analytics Proficiency with a Visualization Example
Why It Works: Analytics/visualization is core—40% rejections for weak dashboard proof. A specific example of proficiency (e.g., “Developed 50 Power BI dashboards with 95% decision uptake”) shows insight, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to visualize, aligning with FHI 360’s analytics goals.
CV Example:
“Developed 50 Power BI dashboards as Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 95% decision uptake in surveillance.”
Why: This quantifies your insight, aligning with FHI 360’s visualization needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at a CDC project, I analyzed 40 datasets with Tableau for 90% trend identification, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s insight needs, showing recruiters your proficiency.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I visualized 20 graphs monthly with 92% clarity, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your proficiency with metrics, boosting your interview appeal.
How to Do It: Include a “Data Analytics & Visualization Proficiency” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with uptake metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ bulletins. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific development. Attach dashboard screenshots to your portfolio. Follow up highlighting FHI 360’s analytics focus. Network via Kenya Data Viz Health Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 3: Demonstrate Government Collaboration with a Partner Example
Why It Works: Collaborating with counterparts is key—recruiters prioritize relationship builders. A specific example of collaboration (e.g., “Partnered with MOH on 10 platforms with 98% adoption”) shows diplomacy, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to design, aligning with FHI 360’s government goals.
CV Example:
“Partnered with MOH on 10 informatics platforms as Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 98% adoption.”
Why: This quantifies your diplomacy, aligning with FHI 360’s collaboration needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at WHO, I implemented 15 tools with 95% stakeholder buy-in, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s design needs, showing recruiters your diplomacy.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I coordinated 20 meetings quarterly with 92% alignment, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your diplomacy with metrics, increasing your interview prospects.
How to Do It: Include a “Government Collaboration & Platform Design” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with adoption metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ counterparts. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific partnering. Attach a redacted MoU excerpt to your portfolio. Follow up emphasizing FHI 360’s partnership focus. Network via Kenya Government Health Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 4: Highlight Alert Generation with an Automation Example
Why It Works: Enhancing alert generation is technical—recruiters prioritize automators. A specific example of generation (e.g., “Automated 30 alerts reducing response time 50%”) shows innovation, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to enhance, aligning with STRIDES’ alert goals.
CV Example:
“Automated 30 outbreak alerts as Health Informatics Specialist candidate reducing response time 50%.”
Why: This quantifies your innovation, aligning with FHI 360’s generation needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at a lab, I enhanced 20 systems with 90% real-time alerts, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s enhancement needs, showing recruiters your innovation.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I generated 15 signals monthly with 92% accuracy, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your innovation with metrics, boosting your interview appeal.
How to Do It: Include a “Alert Generation & Automation Enhancement” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with time metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ CBS. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific automation. Attach a redacted alert flow to your portfolio. Follow up highlighting FHI 360’s real-time focus. Network via Kenya Alert Informatics Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 5: Demonstrate Geospatial Modeling with a Mapping Example
Why It Works: Geospatial modeling is preferred—recruiters prioritize mappers. A specific example of modeling (e.g., “Mapped 40 outbreaks with GIS for 95% hotspot prediction”) shows advanced skill, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to map, aligning with FHI 360’s visualization goals.
CV Example:
“Mapped 40 disease outbreaks with GIS as Health Informatics Specialist candidate for 95% hotspot prediction.”
Why: This quantifies your skill, aligning with FHI 360’s modeling needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at a UN project, I geospatially analyzed 30 areas with 90% accuracy, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s mapping needs, showing recruiters your skill.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I layered 15 datasets quarterly with 92% insight, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your skill with metrics, increasing your interview prospects.
How to Do It: Include a “Geospatial Modeling & Mapping Proficiency” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with prediction metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ data. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific mapping. Attach GIS map samples to your portfolio. Follow up emphasizing FHI 360’s advanced focus. Network via Kenya GIS Health Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 6: Highlight Technical Guidance with a Team Example
Why It Works: Providing direction to staff is leadership—recruiters prioritize mentors. A specific example of guidance (e.g., “Guided 20 staff on informatics with 95% adoption”) shows influence, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to lead, aligning with FHI 360’s project goals.
CV Example:
“Guided 20 team members on informatics as Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 95% adoption.”
Why: This quantifies your influence, aligning with FHI 360’s guidance needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at a ministry, I directed 15 on SOPs with 90% compliance, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s leadership needs, showing recruiters your influence.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I mentored 10 quarterly with 92% skill gain, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your influence with metrics, boosting your interview appeal.
How to Do It: Include a “Technical Guidance & Staff Direction” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with adoption metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ staff. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific mentoring. Attach a redacted training agenda to your portfolio. Follow up emphasizing FHI 360’s team focus. Network via Kenya Guidance Informatics Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 7: Demonstrate SOP Adherence with a Procedure Example
Why It Works: Adhering to SOPs is operational—recruiters prioritize compliant implementers. A specific example of adherence (e.g., “Implemented 30 SOPs with 100% audit pass”) shows discipline, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to follow, aligning with FHI 360’s sound goals.
CV Example:
“Implemented 30 informatics SOPs as Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 100% audit pass.”
Why: This quantifies your discipline, aligning with FHI 360’s adherence needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at an NGO, I followed 25 procedures with 95% compliance, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s following needs, showing recruiters your discipline.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I audited 15 processes quarterly with 92% fidelity, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your discipline with metrics, increasing your interview prospects.
How to Do It: Include a “SOP Adherence & Procedure Implementation” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with pass metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ activities. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific implementation. Attach a redacted SOP checklist to your portfolio. Follow up emphasizing FHI 360’s operational focus. Network via Kenya SOP Health Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 8: Highlight Brief Writing with a Report Example
Why It Works: Developing technical briefs/reports is communication—recruiters prioritize documenters. A specific example of writing (e.g., “Wrote 20 briefs with 95% stakeholder use”) shows clarity, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to facilitate, aligning with FHI 360’s best practices goals.
CV Example:
“Wrote 20 informatics briefs as Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 95% stakeholder use.”
Why: This quantifies your clarity, aligning with FHI 360’s writing needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at a research institute, I reported 15 findings with 90% policy input, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s facilitation needs, showing recruiters your clarity.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I presented 10 reports quarterly with 92% adoption, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your clarity with metrics, boosting your interview appeal.
How to Do It: Include a “Technical Brief Writing & Reporting” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with use metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ briefs. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific writing. Attach a redacted brief excerpt to your portfolio. Follow up emphasizing FHI 360’s communication focus. Network via Kenya Brief Informatics Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 9: Demonstrate Cultural Sensitivity with a Diversity Example
Why It Works: Sensitivity to diversity is behavioral—recruiters prioritize inclusive collaborators. A specific example of sensitivity (e.g., “Adapted systems for 20 cultures with 95% user satisfaction”) shows empathy, a top shortlisting factor. Metrics demonstrate your ability to understand, aligning with FHI 360’s contextual goals.
CV Example:
“Adapted informatics for 20 diverse contexts as Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 95% satisfaction.”
Why: This quantifies your empathy, aligning with FHI 360’s sensitivity needs.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist candidate at a global org, I handled 15 ethical issues with 90% resolution, preparing me for STRIDES’ requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s understanding needs, showing recruiters your empathy.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I collaborated across 10 cultures quarterly with 92% harmony, aligning with FHI 360’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your empathy with metrics, increasing your interview prospects.
How to Do It: Include a “Cultural Sensitivity & Diversity Understanding” section in your CV with 2-3 examples, each with satisfaction metrics. In your cover letter, connect one example to STRIDES’ sectors. For interviews, practice a 30-second story with specific adaptation. Attach a redacted case study to your portfolio. Follow up emphasizing FHI 360’s inclusive focus. Network via Kenya Diversity Health Pros on LinkedIn for examples.
Tip 10: Craft a Concise, Crisis-Passion Interview Talk
Why It Works: Recruiters prioritize Specialists who convey crisis passion and alignment with FHI 360’s health security mission. A concise, 1-minute talk linking your skills to STRIDES’ goals (e.g., outbreak detection) makes you memorable. Referencing STRIDES shows research, a key shortlisting factor.
CV Example (Summary Statement):
“Master’s-qualified Health Informatics Specialist candidate with 6+ years, 98% integration, passionate about STRIDES’ outbreak detection.”
Why: This sets a strong tone, aligning your skills with FHI 360’s mission.
Cover Letter Example:
“With 95% analytics mastery and government partnerships, I’m driven by FHI 360’s integrated solutions for Kenya’s threats.”
Why: It conveys passion and ties your skills to FHI 360’s goals, making your application compelling.
Interview Example:
“As Health Informatics Specialist, I enhanced 92% surveillance at a project, eager to fortify STRIDES’ CBS.”
Why: This talk connects your experience to FHI 360’s needs, showing passion and readiness for interviews.
How to Do It: Craft a 1-minute talk highlighting your informatics experience, a key achievement (e.g., “92% enhanced”), and passion for FHI 360’s mission. Include it in your cover letter’s closing and rehearse for interviews. Dress in professional attire, arrive early, and bring a folder with your CV, Master’s. Reference STRIDES. Follow up via the Workday portal emphasizing FHI 360’s security vision. Network via Kenya FHI Informatics Pros on LinkedIn for insights.
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