Project: HEPB Vaccination – East Africa
Location: Tanzania
Project start: December 2026
Regions: Mwanza, Arusha, Shinyanga, Dar es Salaam, Tanga, Mbeya, and Mtwara
About the project
HEPB Vaccination – East Africa aims to expand access to hepatitis B vaccination across Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. The first phase will begin in Tanzania in December 2026, with activities across seven regions. The project will work with local health services and communities to support safe, accessible vaccination.
Role overview
HEP Fund is seeking qualified medical doctors to provide clinical oversight and support for hepatitis B vaccination activities in the project regions. Doctors will help ensure that vaccination services are delivered safely and in accordance with approved clinical guidance, support the assessment and care of clients, and work with nurses and local health teams to address clinical questions and concerns.
Key responsibilities
- Provide clinical oversight for vaccination activities at health facilities and community outreach sites.
- Assess clients with relevant medical concerns and advise on vaccination eligibility in accordance with national guidance and approved protocols.
- Support the recognition, assessment, management, and reporting of adverse events following immunization.
- Advise on referral and follow-up for clients who require additional medical care.
- Work with nurses and local health workers to promote safe vaccine administration, infection prevention, and client confidentiality.
- Support appropriate vaccine storage, cold-chain monitoring, stock management, and clinical documentation.
- Provide clear, evidence-based information to clients, families, and community members about hepatitis B and vaccination.
- Contribute to staff training, case reviews, and continuous improvement of clinical services.
- Review vaccination records and reports for completeness and accuracy, and submit required updates on time.
- Coordinate with project staff and local health authorities to support effective implementation.
Qualifications and experience
- Medical degree recognized by the relevant Tanzanian authorities.
- Current registration and license to practise medicine in Tanzania.
- Experience in immunization, public health, infectious diseases, primary care, or community health is an advantage.
- Knowledge of hepatitis B, vaccine safety, adverse event response, and national immunization guidance.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and travel within the assigned region.
- Fluency in Kiswahili is required; English is an advantage.
How to apply
Please submit your CV, a brief cover letter indicating your preferred region, and proof of current medical registration through the application email : [email available with Premium] [link available with Premium] . Include “Medical Doctor – HEPB Vaccination – East Africa” in your application.
Application Deadline: 20 November, 2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
HEP Fund is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and particularly encourage women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and merit-based. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
