Routine Immunization Coverage & Equity Consultant (Roster)

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a roster‑based consultant to support the Routine Immunization Coverage & Equity portfolio. The consultant will work remotely, with occasional deployments to various duty stations, to help countries assess and address inequities in immunisation access and utilization.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive coverage and equity assessments (CEA) to map gaps in immunisation among zero‑dose and under‑vaccinated children.
• Analyse drivers of inequity, including geographic, socioeconomic, conflict‑related and gender dimensions.
• Develop and recommend targeted interventions for remote rural, urban‑poor, conflict‑affected and ethnic minority populations.
• Integrate gender analysis into equity assessments and programme planning.
• Support Gavi‑eligible countries in holistic planning that incorporates CEA and gender findings.
• Prepare analytical reports and briefing notes for UNICEF, Gavi and partner stakeholders.

Required profile

• Proven experience in immunisation programmes, public‑health equity analysis or related fields.
• Familiarity with the Immunization Agenda 2030, Gavi 6.0 strategy and UNICEF’s immunisation policies.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and travel to duty stations as required.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills.

Required skills