PSI is a network of locally rooted, globally connected organizations working to achieve consumer-powered healthcare — people-centered health systems that ensure quality, affordable care wherever and whenever it is needed. In Malawi, our origins in sexual and reproductive health have grown into a broader mission. Today, we provide technical assistance (TA) to the Government of Malawi, Local NGOs and work with the public and private sectors, prioritizing people’s voice and choice and developing solutions to meet their essential health needs. Over the past three decades, we have helped push boundaries, break taboos, set trends, and develop innovative solutions to complex health challenges.

Position Summary:

PSI seeks a Digital Health Innovation Specialist to provide technical support in the scale up and use of digital health innovations for Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and HIV services among Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), Adolescent Boys and Young Men (ABYM) in the DREAMS districts of Phalombe, Mulanje and Machinga. The specialist will support the implementation of digital innovations and scale up use of digital platforms, coordinate with key stakeholders, and lead creative design processes to ensure that digital innovations are accessible, acceptable, and effective in generating demand and linking clients to SRH/HIV services.

Digital Health Innovation Specialist for SRH/HIV Service Demand Generation

Position Title: Digital Health Innovation Specialist
Location: Malawi (Southern Region)
Reports To: PSI Digital Health Manager with a dotted line to SBC Technical Advisor
Contract Type: 10 months with a possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities:

Digital Health Innovations Scale-Up: Lead the expansion of digital health platforms to improve access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and HIV services. Ensure these platforms provide essential information, appointment reminders, and details about service delivery points to target populations, including adolescents and young people.

Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with relevant stakeholders and implementing partners to design and implement user-friendly digital health solutions aimed at increasing demand for SRH and HIV services.

Creative Design Process: Facilitate a user-centered design process to develop accessible, age-appropriate digital content. Leverage digital tools such as social media, messaging platforms, and influencers to engage key populations.

Digital Strategy Development: Develop and implement digital innovation strategies, including the use of social media platforms and other digital channels to reach target audiences with tailored health messages.

Social Media Content Development: Utilize insights from audience analysis to create engaging and relevant social media content aimed at increasing demand for SRH and HIV services.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Track and evaluate the performance of digital platforms and campaigns, using data to assess their effectiveness in improving service uptake among target populations.

Qualifications: YOUR PROFICIENCY AND EXPERIENCE IN MANAGING SOCIAL MEDIA AND DIGITAL CAMPAIGNS RELATED TO HEALTH WILL BE ASSESSED COMPREHENSIVELY

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Marketing and Journalism from a reputable institution
• Proven experience in digital health innovation or digital marketing for a reputable organisation
• Experience working for an advertising creative agency is an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Application Process:

Candidates are requested to send the following ONLY.

1. A 2-page resume summarizing experience and accomplishments related to this job. Any submission that exceeds the 2-page limit will not be considered.
2. A portfolio with previous digital health innovation work.
3. Qualified candidates should submit their application by 31^st October 2024 through: jobs@psimw.org with the position being applied as the subject line.

Join us in transforming SRH/HIV service delivery through innovative digital solutions.

Your expertise can help us reach and empower the most vulnerable populations in Malawi.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related medical conditions. PSImaintains zero tolerance for child abuse, sexual abuse, or exploitative acts or threats by our employees, consultants, volunteers, contractors or anyone associated with the delivery of our programs and services and takes seriously all complaints of misconduct brought to our attention.