Application Guide

How to Apply for Consultant – Digital Health (Kenya)

at Path

🏢 About Path

Path is a global health organization known for leveraging technology to improve health equity in underserved communities. Their focus on digital health innovation in Kenya offers a unique opportunity to drive impactful change through data-driven solutions and stakeholder collaboration.

About This Role

As a Consultant in Digital Health, you will lead projects that shape health systems in Kenya, from strategy to evaluation. This role is impactful because you'll directly influence how technology improves health outcomes, working with local partners to ensure solutions are sustainable and context-appropriate.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual check-in with a county health team to review project milestones, followed by analyzing recent health data to identify trends. You could then collaborate with a tech partner to refine a mobile health tool, and end the day drafting a report for funders on program impact and lessons learned.

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🎯 Who Path Is Looking For

  • Has at least 5 years of experience in digital health, public health, or health systems strengthening, with a proven track record of leading projects in low-resource settings.
  • Excels in project management and stakeholder engagement, able to coordinate diverse teams (government, NGOs, tech providers) and navigate complex political landscapes.
  • Possesses strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in health data analysis (e.g., using DHIS2, Tableau, or R) and familiarity with digital tools like mHealth platforms.
  • Demonstrates cultural competence and adaptability, with experience working in Kenya or similar East African contexts, and fluency in Swahili is a plus.

📝 Tips for Applying to Path

1

Tailor your resume to highlight specific digital health projects you led in Kenya or similar settings, emphasizing outcomes and stakeholder collaboration.

2

In your cover letter, mention your familiarity with Kenya's health system and any experience with Ministry of Health or county-level engagements.

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Showcase your analytical skills by including a brief example of how you used health data to drive decision-making in a previous role.

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If possible, include a link to a portfolio or case study of a digital health project you managed, detailing the strategy, implementation, and results.

5

Research Path's current digital health initiatives in Kenya (e.g., on their website or annual reports) and reference how your skills align with their ongoing work.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your experience leading digital health projects in resource-limited settings, specifically in Kenya or East Africa.', 'Highlight your ability to engage and align diverse stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and tech partners.', 'Demonstrate your data analysis expertise and how it improved program outcomes, using concrete examples.', "Express your passion for health equity and how your values align with Path's mission to make technology accessible for all."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Study Path's current digital health projects in Kenya, such as those focusing on community health workers or disease surveillance.
  • → Review Kenya's Digital Health Strategy (2020-2025) and understand the government's priorities and ongoing initiatives.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Path's organizational structure and values, especially their emphasis on partnerships and equity.
  • → Look into recent news or publications about digital health in Kenya to understand the landscape and potential challenges.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you led a digital health project from strategy to implementation. What were the key challenges and how did you overcome them?
2 How do you approach stakeholder engagement in a context like Kenya, where there may be multiple competing interests?
3 Can you walk us through your process for analyzing health data to inform a program decision?
4 What digital health tools have you used, and how do you ensure they are appropriate for the local context?
5 How would you evaluate the success of a digital health intervention in a county-level health system?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Avoid generic applications that don't reference Kenya or specific digital health experience; this role requires contextual knowledge.
  • Don't overlook the importance of data analysis skills; failing to showcase your analytical work can weaken your application.
  • Steer clear of overpromising or being vague about stakeholder management; provide concrete examples of navigating complex relationships.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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