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Technical Officer, Immunization

Pan American Health Organization

Job Location:

Buenos Aires - Argentina

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 6 August 2026 (26 days ago)

Application Deadline: 3 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Grade:

NO-A

Salary - Monthly (non-negotiable):

5066218.50 ARS

Contractual Agreement:

Staff - National Officer Non-post

Job Posting:

August 4 2026

Closing Date:

August:59 PM Argentina Standard Time

Primary Location:

Buenos Aires Argentina

Organization:

ARG Argentina

Schedule:

Full time

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Technical Officer Immunization

Join PAHO/WHO in strengthening national immunization programs and advancing equitable access to life-saving vaccines. This role contributes to improving immunization coverage disease surveillance data-driven decision-making and vaccine confidence in Argentina.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the technical guidance of the Director Comprehensive Immunization (CIM) and the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative (PWR) the incumbent is responsible for but not necessarily limited to the following assigned duties:

Provide technical support for the planning implementation monitoring and evaluation of national and subnational immunization strategies including routine immunization catch-up vaccination coverage recovery and life-course vaccination approaches.
Strengthen vaccine-preventable disease surveillance systems and support preparedness and response activities in coordination with national health authorities.
Improve immunization data quality coverage analysis and use of information systems to identify gaps monitor performance and support evidence-based decision-making.
Support the development and use of monitoring tools dashboards reports and country profiles to track immunization indicators and RIAP2030 targets.
Contribute to vaccine safety activities cold chain and logistics management vaccine supply monitoring and the introduction of new vaccines.
Promote communication and community engagement strategies while coordinating with health authorities technical partners and stakeholders to advance immunization priorities and improve equitable access to vaccination.

For a complete list of functions please see the post description.

EDUCATION

Essential: A university degree in medicine nursing public health epidemiology health sciences or other field related to the functions of the post from a recognized institution.

Desirable: A postgraduate or masters degree in public health epidemiology vaccinology health systems health management or a related field from a recognized institution would be an asset.

EXPERIENCE

Essential: Three years of national professional experience in public health programs related to immunization vaccine-preventable disease surveillance epidemiology primary health care or health program implementation monitoring and evaluation.

Desirable: More than five years of experience supporting national or subnational immunization programs including work with international organizations technical cooperation projects vaccine-preventable disease surveillance data systems cold chain vaccine safety or introduction of new vaccines.

LANGUAGES

Fluency in Spanish and a working knowledge of English.

IT SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software spreadsheets and presentations as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) management information systems and digital tools for data analysis and visualization. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Outlook OneDrive PowerPoint Teams SharePoint and Word is essential. Basic knowledge of statistical or data analysis tools such as R Python or Power BI and familiarity with collaborative platforms such as GitHub would be an asset for supporting immunization monitoring reporting and information system strengthening.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

For a complete list of competencies and skills please refer to the post description.

The skills required are:

Strong knowledge of immunization programs including routine immunization life-course vaccination catch-up strategies monitoring and evaluation.
Knowledge of vaccine-preventable disease surveillance outbreak preparedness and response and regional immunization goals.
Expertise in immunization data analysis coverage monitoring data quality improvement and information systems for decision-making.
Ability to develop and use dashboards reports country profiles and data visualization products to support program performance monitoring.
Understanding of vaccine safety safe vaccination practices adverse events following immunization and risk communication.
Knowledge of cold chain management vaccine logistics forecasting stock monitoring and supply management processes.
Ability to support the introduction of new vaccines through evidence review operational planning training and monitoring.
Strong analytical problem-solving and evidence synthesis skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to prepare technical reports presentations and policy-oriented documents.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with health authorities technical partners and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate effectively in teams adapt to change manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results.

DURATION OF CONTRACT

This is an initial 11-month assignment with possibility of extensions subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

DISCLAIMER

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level.
All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.
Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview you will be required to provide in advance a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:

- World Higher Education Database (WHED) list updated by the International Association of Universities

(IAU)/United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The list can be assessed through the link: Council for Higher Education Accreditation

- College Navigator found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics

to support the validation process.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations Staff Rules and e-Manual.

PAHO/WHO is committed to:

PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so email us at:
Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment sexual harassment discrimination and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.
Providing a smoke-free environment.
Protecting the people in the communities we we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.