Are you an experienced public health expert ready to influence national health policy and system resilience? UNICEF is offering a high-level Consultancy opportunity in Health Systems based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This role is ideal for seasoned professionals who are passionate about strengthening healthcare systems and improving outcomes for children and vulnerable populations.
Working with UNICEF provides a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful global health initiatives. First, UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, advocating for children’s rights and well-being. Moreover, this consultancy allows you to directly shape policy dialogue and strategic planning within Tanzania’s health sector. Additionally, you will engage with key stakeholders, including government and development partners, to address systemic challenges and improve service delivery.
Over the past decade, Tanzania has made notable progress in health outcomes, including reductions in maternal and child mortality and improved access to primary healthcare. However, challenges such as financing gaps, workforce shortages, and supply chain disruptions persist. In 2025, the sector faced multiple shocks including epidemics, climate-related events, and financial constraints. Therefore, this consultancy aims to assess these impacts and develop actionable recommendations to strengthen health system resilience.
As a consultant, you will play a critical role in analyzing health system performance and guiding strategic interventions. Your key responsibilities will include:
This is a prestigious opportunity to contribute to national and global health priorities while working with one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations. Therefore, if you have the expertise and passion to strengthen health systems and improve the lives of children and communities, consider applying and becoming part of UNICEF’s mission.
Click here to Apply
Working with UNICEF provides a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful global health initiatives. First, UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, advocating for children’s rights and well-being. Moreover, this consultancy allows you to directly shape policy dialogue and strategic planning within Tanzania’s health sector. Additionally, you will engage with key stakeholders, including government and development partners, to address systemic challenges and improve service delivery.
Over the past decade, Tanzania has made notable progress in health outcomes, including reductions in maternal and child mortality and improved access to primary healthcare. However, challenges such as financing gaps, workforce shortages, and supply chain disruptions persist. In 2025, the sector faced multiple shocks including epidemics, climate-related events, and financial constraints. Therefore, this consultancy aims to assess these impacts and develop actionable recommendations to strengthen health system resilience.
As a consultant, you will play a critical role in analyzing health system performance and guiding strategic interventions. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assessing the impact of major shocks on Tanzania’s health sector in 2025
- Identifying lessons learned and developing strategic policy recommendations
- Supporting the Development Partners Group for Health (DPG-H) in policy dialogue and coordination
- Reviewing health system performance across key programmes such as RMNCAH/FP, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, immunization, and mental health
- Analyzing disruptions in supply chains, logistics, and service delivery
- Evaluating governance, coordination mechanisms, and community engagement
- Assessing equity impacts on vulnerable populations including women, adolescents, and children
- Providing recommendations to strengthen resilience, preparedness, and accountability
- Advanced degree in Public Health, Health Economics, Health Systems, Development Studies, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in health systems analysis, financing, policy evaluation, or emergency preparedness
- Proven experience in programme evaluation, strategic planning, and health systems strengthening
- Familiarity with Tanzania’s healthcare system (or ability to quickly acquire it)
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage complex assignments
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Building and maintaining partnerships
- Strategic thinking and innovation
- Ethical awareness and accountability
- Ability to manage complexity and deliver results
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Prepare your CV and cover letter
- Develop a technical proposal outlining your methodology and include samples of previous relevant work
- Prepare a financial proposal using the provided template
- Submit your application through the official UNICEF careers platform (link provided in the original job posting)
- Ensure submission before the deadline: 8th April 2026 (EAT)
This is a prestigious opportunity to contribute to national and global health priorities while working with one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations. Therefore, if you have the expertise and passion to strengthen health systems and improve the lives of children and communities, consider applying and becoming part of UNICEF’s mission.
Click here to Apply
