Advance Public Health Through Geospatial Intelligence

Are you a GIS professional passionate about using spatial data to drive real-world health impact? eHealth Africa is seeking a talented and strategic Senior Coordinator, GIS / Data Analyst to join our team in Jigawa. This is a unique opportunity to lead geospatial services within a mission-driven organization dedicated to transforming health information management systems across Africa.

About the Role

As the Senior Coordinator, GIS Services, you will provide critical technical and strategic leadership. You will not only manage GIS teams and workflows but also bridge the gap between complex spatial data and actionable decision-making. By designing and deploying predictive models, interactive dashboards, and scalable data pipelines, you will support vital functions such as disease surveillance, immunization planning, and emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement organizational spatial strategies and data architecture to ensure sustainable GIS integration.
Data Visualization & Insights: Transform complex spatial data into intuitive dashboards and geographic intelligence for donors and health stakeholders.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with IT, M&E, and research teams to align GIS workflows with overall data pipelines and analytics ecosystems.
Technical Oversight: Manage GIS service delivery, ensuring adherence to metadata standards, data governance, and ethical data-sharing practices.
Capacity Building: Provide expert advice to program teams on the integration of innovative geospatial tools for health interventions.

Who You Are

To succeed in this role, you should be a results-oriented leader who can translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable information. You are a 'Data Integrator' proficient in modern GIS software and mobile mapping workflows, with a strong commitment to evidence-based development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Data Science, or Public Health (Master’s degree preferred).
3–5 years of professional experience in a data-driven environment, preferably within the NGO or development sector.
Strong familiarity with ArcGIS Online, Power BI, and mobile data collection tools like ODK or Kobo.
Relevant certifications such as ACAP or GISP are highly desirable.

Join us at eHealth Africa and leverage your geospatial expertise to make a measurable difference in the health outcomes of communities across the continent.