Consultant - Digital Family Planning Register/Application

Description (Public)

Consultant role at PATH Uganda, responsible for enhancing, deploying, and supporting the Digital Family Planning Register/Application to create a secure, scalable, interoperable, and user-friendly digital platform for private-sector family planning service providers.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Upgrade the application to operate seamlessly on Android, iOS, Windows, and modern web browsers
Implement offline data entry, secure local storage, and synchronization capabilities
Establish a centrally hosted system with secure user authentication and role-based access control
Configure the system to support onboarding of private clinics, pharmacies, and licensed drug shops
Modify the electronic family planning register with HMIS 105-compliant age bands and improved workflows
Develop configurable reminder mechanisms for monthly reporting including SMS and push notifications
Configure secure integration with DHIS2 for data mapping, validation, and transmission
Strengthen data security with encryption, audit logging, and secure authentication
Conduct system testing, user acceptance testing, and pilot implementation
Prepare technical and user documentation, develop training materials, and provide knowledge transfer

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum of Master's degree in the field of software development
At least 8 years experience in health systems and developing digital/eHealth systems
Comprehensive knowledge of Uganda's reproductive health and supply chain context
Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality deliverables with system integration

Skills & Competencies:

Comprehensive knowledge of quality-of-care dimensions in sexual and reproductive health
Knowledge of functionality of digital platforms and ability to develop digital content
Good understanding of current digital health transformation and health data platforms (advantage)

How to Apply

About PATH

PATH is a global team of innovators working to eliminate health inequities so that all people, communities, and economies can thrive. For nearly 50 years, we have partnered with governments, scientists, grassroots leaders, and private-sector stakeholders to develop and deliver health solutions—from vaccines and diagnostics to strengthened health systems—that improve lives and build healthier futures.