Information Management Specialist, Mental Health
Organizational Context
The World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Ukraine is seeking an Information Management Specialist to support the Ministry of Health. This role is crucial for maintaining a coherent evidence base on mental health, aligning with national priorities and international frameworks. The position is embedded within the Ministry of Health's structures, ensuring direct collaboration and accountability.
Job Purpose
The Information Management Specialist will provide essential technical support to the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, focusing on enhancing mental health information systems. This role is vital for coordinating data, consolidating evidence, and contributing to the development and review of mental health policies and regulations. By systematically collecting, organizing, analyzing, and disseminating information, the specialist will ensure that national and regional planning, implementation, and decision-making processes are informed by robust data and international best practices. The ultimate goal is to strengthen the overall mental health information management and reporting systems within Ukraine, contributing to improved mental health services and outcomes.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include mapping mental health and psychosocial support services, programs, and stakeholders to identify gaps and overlaps, and maintaining an updated stakeholder database. The specialist will establish and manage a consolidated mental health information repository, organizing datasets, reports, policies, and other relevant information. This includes producing at least three evidence summaries, technical briefs, or information packages to support policy development and revision. Furthermore, the role involves generating monthly information products such as dashboards, briefing notes, and analytical reports with validated data for Ministry of Health planning. The specialist will also develop and update monitoring products for national mental health policy frameworks, including indicator tracking matrices and progress summaries. Finally, a comprehensive consultancy report documenting activities, findings, and recommendations for system improvement will be required.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of two years of experience in mental health and information management, including experience consolidating and mapping information from multiple sources. Desirable experience includes working with mental health-specific data, e-health systems, national health information platforms, or governmental institutions in Ukraine.
Skills
Excellent analytical and data visualization skills with attention to accuracy and consistency. Ability to consolidate large datasets into clear, decision-useful outputs. Strong written communication skills for conveying analytical findings to non-technical audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills for working in multicultural and multidisciplinary settings. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint. Fluency in English and Ukrainian is essential.