AI & Machine Learning Specialist, Data-Activated Architecture for Resilient Transition (DART)

About the role

Palladium is seeking a senior AI & Machine Learning Specialist to support Uganda's Ministry of Health in building a Data‑Activated Architecture for Resilient Transition (DART). The role will focus on designing, validating, and implementing a national AI framework that enhances digital health systems, data warehouses, and health information exchange.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and validate a practical national AI implementation framework for the Ministry of Health.
• Lead responsible AI adoption, ensuring ethical and transparent model deployment.
• Support facility digitization, EMR readiness, and national data‑warehouse stabilization.
• Design data‑center architecture and implement cybersecurity measures.
• Coordinate Health Information Exchange (HIE) operations and priority integrations.
• Provide technical guidance for workforce certification and survey modernization.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in AI, machine learning, and data engineering.
• Proven track record delivering AI solutions in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of health‑sector data standards and governance.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Required skills

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Data Engineering
• Data Warehouse design and management
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Health Information Exchange (HIE)
• Cybersecurity
• Data Center Design