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Education
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Sehar Alam

Sehar Alam

Digital Health Specialist
Islamabad

Summary

A highly accomplished and results-oriented IT professional with over 10 years of experience in healthcare IT operations, cybersecurity, and project management within national and international health organizations. Proven expertise in developing and implementing robust health information systems, enhancing data sharing protocols, and leading strategic initiatives for infection prevention and control. Adept at bridging technical expertise with public health objectives, with a strong commitment to fortifying healthcare digital infrastructure and improving patient data protection. IT professional equipped with robust leadership skills and deep technical expertise. Proven ability to drive team collaboration and deliver impactful results in fast-paced environments. Adept in managing diverse IT projects, adapting to changing needs, and leveraging skills in system administration, network security, and software development. Known for reliability and strategic problem-solving, fostering productive and cohesive team atmosphere.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

National IT Team Lead

Global Health Fund -CMU-NIH Pakistan
Islamabad, Balochistan
05.2025 - Current
  • Leading a national IT team focused on developing and implementing digital solutions for infection prevention and control across Pakistan.
  • Spearheading the integration of IT systems to enhance surveillance, reporting, and data-driven decision-making in healthcare settings.
  • Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure robust technical infrastructure supports public health initiatives.

Deputy Officer Incharge (National Health Data Center)

Ministry of Health
Islamabad, Balochistan
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw daily IT operations, ensuring seamless data management and administration for the National Health Data Center.
  • Led the design and implementation of critical health registries, including a Cancer Registry for Pakistan.
  • Managed Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) data, strengthening national health surveillance systems.
  • Developed bespoke health-related tools, including the first-ever national tool for monitoring Healthcare-Associated Infections (HCAI) in collaboration with Global Health Security Agenda and CDC-USA.

Data Manager

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC-Atlanta)
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Administered national and provincial level training data via a custom Training Management System.
  • Provided comprehensive IT support across central and sub-offices, facilitating knowledge sharing initiatives.
  • Significantly strengthened the District Health Information System (DHIS-2) for enhanced health-related surveillance.
  • Developed critical tools supporting infection prevention and control measures.

Functional Specialist

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Played a pivotal role in the design and architecture of the National Immunization Management System (NIMS).
  • Provided extensive technical support and training to hospital staff nationwide for COVID-19 vaccine initiatives and CanSino trial data.
  • Collaborated with key national and international bodies (NCOC, Nadra, WHO) on immunization and data surveillance projects.

Programme Coordinator

Tameer I Khalq Foundation
06.2012 - 10.2020
  • Provided technical and operational support for health-focused projects.
  • Conducted situation analysis and research for program design, including data-driven insights.
  • Delivered health-related training and awareness, demonstrating technical communication.
  • Participated in monitoring and evaluation, utilising data for project assessment.

IT Support Intern

UN World Food Programme (UNWFP)
06.2009 - 08.2009
  • Provided direct IT support and troubleshooting for staff.
  • Assisted with IT networking establishment.
  • Managed server-side databases.

Education

Training - Front Line FETP Training For Healthcare Workers

FETP
Islamabad, Pakistan
05.2001 - 01.2024

Post Graduate Diploma - Public Health

Health Services Academy
Islamabad
02.2025

Bachelor of Science - Computer Software Engineering

Foundation University
Islamabad
08.2013

Master of Science - Master of Science Cyber Security |

Air University
Islamabad, Pakistan
05.2001 -

Course Era Certification - Statistical Analysis With R For Public Health

Imperial College
London
05.2001 -

HISP Training - GIS Mapping And Spatial Analysis in Public Health

HISP
Islamabad, Pakistan
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Healthcare IT & Data Management

  • Health Information Systems (DHIS-2, NIMS, IDSR,HCAI,IPS)

  • Health Registries Design & Implementation

  • Infection Prevention & Control Tools

  • Public Health Data Analysis & Management

  • Training Management Systems

  • GIS Modelling & Analysis in Health

  • Database Management

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • IT Operations & Support

  • Project Management & Leadership

  • Project Planning & Implementation

  • Technical Training & Advising

Certification

Imperial College London, Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health Specialization, 2020

Key Projects And Achievements

  • National Immunization Management System (NIMS) Pakistan, Designed and implemented Pakistan's first digitized immunization system during the pandemic, earning a letter of appreciation from the former Minister of Planning, Development, and the NCOC team.
  • Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) Tools, Developed critical tools using DHIS-2 for improved outbreak surveillance at a national level, in collaboration with CDC-USA and UK Health Security Agency.
  • National Health Data Protection Framework (NHDPF), Researched and designed a comprehensive framework to enhance Pakistan's healthcare cybersecurity infrastructure, ensuring safe patient data sharing (MSC thesis Distinction).
  • Healthcare-associated Infections (HCAI) Monitoring Tool, Designed the first-ever national tool for HCAI monitoring in partnership with Global Health Security Agenda and CDC-USA.
  • Acknowledgment Letter from NCOC, Recognized for exceptional data management of the National Immunization Management System.

Accomplishments

  • Received letter of Appreciation Received from Assad Omer Former Minister Finance for the outstanding efforts during Pandemic
  • Received Acknowledgment letter from NCOC on exceptional data management of National Immunization Management System
  • Distinction in MSC research work

Timeline

National IT Team Lead

Global Health Fund -CMU-NIH Pakistan
05.2025 - Current

Deputy Officer Incharge (National Health Data Center)

Ministry of Health
05.2023 - 01.2024

Data Manager

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC-Atlanta)
01.2023 - 12.2023

Functional Specialist

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
09.2020 - 01.2023

Programme Coordinator

Tameer I Khalq Foundation
06.2012 - 10.2020

IT Support Intern

UN World Food Programme (UNWFP)
06.2009 - 08.2009

Training - Front Line FETP Training For Healthcare Workers

FETP
05.2001 - 01.2024

Master of Science - Master of Science Cyber Security |

Air University
05.2001 -

Course Era Certification - Statistical Analysis With R For Public Health

Imperial College
05.2001 -

HISP Training - GIS Mapping And Spatial Analysis in Public Health

HISP
05.2001 -

Post Graduate Diploma - Public Health

Health Services Academy

Bachelor of Science - Computer Software Engineering

Foundation University
Sehar AlamDigital Health Specialist