Requirements
Cumulative period of fifteen (15) years cumulative work experience, five (5) of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Director and above, Digital Health and Informatics or in a comparable position
Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology, Health Records and Information Science, Health Systems, ICT, Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, or equivalent
Master's degree in Health Informatics, Health Information Systems, Health Records and Information Science, ICT, Epidemiology, Health Economics and Policy, Statistics, Biostatistics, Health Systems, Data Science and Analytics, or Computer Science
Registered and licensed by a recognized regulatory body where applicable
Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing
Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
Proficiency in computer applications
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
Exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives, and ability to relate them to management of the Digital Health and Informatics function
Key Responsibilities
Leading the development, implementation, and continuous review of comprehensive policies, strategies, and regulations for digital health services
Championing the exploration and strategic incorporation of cutting-edge technologies to enhance digital health solutions and Health Information Exchange (HIE) capabilities
Overseeing the complete lifecycle of digital health solutions including design, development, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning
Ensuring the design and deployment of effective point-of-care solutions that integrate clinical decisions and support algorithms
Leading the development of comprehensive business processes, system requirements, user manuals, and technical documentation
Directing the design, development, and maintenance of health information exchange registries for centralized, interoperable systems
Establishing and implementing robust health information exchange protocols and data governance frameworks
Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with statutory authorities and stakeholders for seamless system integration
Implementing programs to safeguard data integrity, confidentiality, and adherence to quality dimensions across data collection processes
Overseeing the development of program-specific data analytics platforms, dashboards, and automated indicator reporting systems
Establishing guidelines and procedures for minimum health data reporting requirements and aggregate data elements
Facilitating the timely translation of data analysis findings into actionable insights for improved healthcare delivery
Monitoring and evaluating the performance, efficiency, and effectiveness of all digital health solutions and data collection systems
Conducting comprehensive gap analyses and audits of existing systems to identify improvement opportunities
Monitoring health registry utilization patterns to enhance functionality and user adoption
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks while ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all systems
Overseeing data protection impact assessments and implementing robust disaster recovery policies and procedures
Ensuring all digital health solutions comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Developing user management protocols and maintaining a centralized support desk for query resolution
Designing and overseeing training curricula and programs to enhance user competency in digital health solutions
Facilitating smooth adoption of new systems through effective user support and training initiatives
Leading capacity building, professional development, and performance management for directorate staff
Ensuring optimal staffing levels and skill development to meet evolving digital health needs
Fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team
Implementing systematic monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess system effectiveness and user satisfaction
Integrating industry best practices into the Agency's work processes
Required Compliance Certificates
Certificate of Good Conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
Certificate of compliance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Current Self Declaration form from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Certificate from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)