WHO Information Management Specialist - Mental Health

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. With a workforce of over 7,000 employees, WHO operates in more than 150 countries, working with governments and other partners to address health challenges and improve health outcomes globally. The organization focuses on various health issues, including infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, mental health, and health systems strengthening, among others.

Job Overview:
The position of WHO Information Management Specialist for Mental Health is designed to provide essential technical support to the Ministry of Health of Ukraine (MoH). The incumbent will work closely with the MoH to advance the mental health agenda through effective information management and data coordination. This role involves consolidating evidence, developing regulatory documents, and ensuring that critical information is systematically collected and analyzed to support planning and decision-making at both national and regional levels. The specialist will be embedded within the MoH, ensuring alignment with the All-Ukrainian Mental Health Programme and WHO's strategic frameworks, including the Sustainable Development Goals and national mental health laws. The position requires a proactive approach to maintain a coherent evidence base on mental health, utilizing various data sources to inform policy and practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the WHO Information Management Specialist include:

• Completing a comprehensive mapping of mental health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support services, including an updated stakeholder database and an analytical summary of identified gaps and overlaps.
• Establishing and maintaining a consolidated mental health information repository that includes key datasets, assessments, reports, and policies, organized in a user-friendly manner.
• Preparing at least three evidence summaries or technical briefs to inform the development and revision of mental health policies and regulations.
• Producing monthly mental health information products, such as dashboards and analytical reports, to support the MoH's planning and decision-making processes.
• Developing and updating monitoring and progress-tracking products for national mental health policy frameworks, including indicator tracking matrices.
• Submitting a final consultancy report that documents all activities, findings, and recommendations for enhancing mental health information management.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires the following qualifications:

• A first-level university degree in public health, psychology, psychiatry, statistics, data science, health information management, or a related field.
• Additional training or experience in mental health, epidemiology, or health data analysis is desirable.
• A minimum of two years of experience in mental health and information management, with a proven ability to consolidate information from multiple sources into coherent analytical products.
• Experience with mental health-related data, e-health data systems, or working with governmental institutions is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and data visualization skills, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate findings clearly to non-technical audiences.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a first-level university degree in relevant fields such as public health, psychology, psychiatry, statistics, data science, or health information management. Additional training in mental health or related areas is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to perform effectively in this role.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in mental health and information management. This includes experience in consolidating and mapping information from various sources into analytical products, as well as familiarity with mental health data and e-health systems. Experience working with the Ministry of Health of Ukraine or similar governmental institutions is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Ukrainian is essential for this position. Knowledge of other UN languages is considered an advantage, enhancing communication capabilities within the international context of the role.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is expected to last for six months, starting from November 16, 2026, to May 16, 202

• The total contract value is USD 21,600, with payments made monthly upon submission of technical reports. The consultant will work on-site at the WHO Country Office in Kyiv, Ukraine, and may be required to travel to other operational hubs within the country. Candidates should be aware that WHO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse, and all members of the workforce are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards. Additionally, candidates must confirm their vaccination status as required by WHO before commencing their assignment.