Primary Purpose of the Position<\/p>\n
\tUnder the supervision of the Deputy Director, the scientific writer will support the development of project research areas, data collection processes, data analysis, the development of scientific abstracts, and publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals, adhering to publication ethical standards. These efforts will contribute to the evidence base in global health security and disease surveillance.
\n\tThe role also supports monitoring and evaluation, reporting, knowledge management, and communication efforts to inform stakeholders, guide decision-making, and strengthen program visibility and impact.<\/p>\n
Primary Duties\/Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tManuscript Development & Scientific Publishing.
\n\tDevelop and implement a realistic publication strategy for the project
\n\tIdentify operational research opportunities in the CGPP implementation areas in collaboration with the secretariat and the program field team
\n\tCollaborate with the secretariat to convert implementation experiences, including success stories, innovations, achievements, and challenges, into high-quality, visually appealing, and compelling publishable scientific articles
\n\tLead end-to-end manuscript development using program data, secondary surveillance, immunization, and global health security data and research data
\n\tUnderstand the various scientific and operational research methods for use in program research work
\n\tStay informed on emerging scientific research, trends, and advancements in relevant fields
\n\tConduct comprehensive literature reviews to support research and documentation activities
\n\tUnderstand peer review system and processes, journal submission guidelines, including open-access publishing
\n\tSimplify and communicate complex scientific information for non-technical audiences.
\n\tEnsure developed articles comply with reporting standards such as STROBE, PRISMA etc, while liaising with editors, reviewers, and other stakeholders throughout the publication process
\n\tCollaborate with researchers to accurately interpret and present scientific data.
\n\tIdentify credible, high-impact journals for publication of project research articles, track and report publication metrics, and\u00a0assess\u00a0the\u00a0quality\u00a0and\u00a0impact\u00a0of\u00a0research\u00a0outputs
\n\tIncrease CGPP visibility in disease surveillance and in general global health discussions
\n\tDevelop scientific materials such as abstracts, case studies, and success stories for dissemination to conferences and presentations
\n\tDevelop policy briefs, technical reports, and tailor the messaging for policymakers, donors, programs, and other stakeholders, such as communities
\n\tProgram integration.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Monitoring and Evaluation\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tSupport monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) in strengthening the project information system, including data collection processes, analysis, and translating the data into information for programmatic and overall public health impact
\n\tBuild the program teams’ scientific writing skills and documentation culture
\n\tSupport of proposal development for resource mobilization to various donors
\n\tConduct quarterly and ad hoc field monitoring visits to all project\u00a0areas\u00a0i.e\u00a0joint\u00a0spot checks, polio SIA campaigns, data quality audits, training of frontline workers, including healthcare workers, animal health assistants, and community volunteers\u00a0on\u00a0community-based\u00a0disease\u00a0surveillance,\u00a0routine\u00a0immunization, and Risk prevention and community engagement\u00a0
\n\tSupport the partners in the implementation of community-based disease surveillance systems for polio and other infectious diseases, including other vaccine-preventable diseases and priority zoonotic diseases.
\n\tIn coordination with other secretariat members, support the development of CGPP programmatic reports,\u00a0including\u00a0quarterly\u00a0and annual\u00a0polio\u00a0project\u00a0reports,\u00a0GHS\u00a0semiannual\u00a0reports,\u00a0and Far-Reaching integrated delivery (FARID) project reports.\u00a0
\n\tReview and edit program documents to enhance clarity, accuracy, and overall coherence
\n\tSupport in the implementation of project evaluation surveys and other monitoring exercises to assess program performance over time\u00a0
\n\tTrack routine performance of planned activities, outputs, and project indicators to measure achievement and track progress towards intermediate results and overall program strategic objectives\u00a0
\n\tPerform other duties as requested by the CGPP Director\/Deputy Director\u00a0<\/p>\n
Content Development and Distribution:<\/p>\n
\tCollaborate with project subject matter experts to develop project communication instruments, including presentations, bi-weekly bulletin, briefing material, for dissemination to different audiences.
\n\tDevelop and disseminate projects programmatic quarterly, and annual reports to internal and external stakeholders.
\n\tCoordinate with various project departments to gather updates, achievements, success stories, and upcoming programmatic events for inclusion in the quarterly newsletters.
\n\tDevelop a systematic approach to document and showcase project successes, impactful outcomes, and innovative practices.
\n\tResearch, develop, and edit public relations materials, brochures, information sheets, capacity statements, for public relations and social media content.
\n\tSupport field teams with to develop context- specific communications materials for sharing with county government and local stakeholders.
\n\tCollaborate with project team to develop and produce project videos such as testimonials, expert interviews, how-to guides, and documentary-style content in collaboration with implementing partners.
\n\tPromote communications and project materials through appropriate social channels.
\n\tMaintain digital media archives, including photos and videos.
\n\tEnsure all communication and IEC materials align with DOS and CGPP branding and marking guidelines.
\n\tLead the creation of success stories, case studies, and human-interest testimonials highlighting project achievements.<\/p>\n
Qualifications <\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in public health, or other medical-related fields, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in scientific or medical writing, research publications, stakeholder engagement, preferably in NGOs or development sectors. A master’s degree in the public health discipline, with strong writing and health communication experience, is an added advantage.
\n\tExperience in scientific writing, scientific journalism or science communication
\n\tProven experience in scientific writing with strong research, analytical skills, and familiarity with the peer-review process and editing
\n\tExpertise in the field of disease surveillance, immunization, and global health security field
\n\tStrong understanding of operational research methodologies and data interpretation
\n\tAbility to understand public health data, scientific research findings, and technical information, and translate them into common language messaging understandable by the public.
\n\tExpert command of Content Management System platforms e.g., MS Office suite, WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, digital communication tools
\n\tExperience with grant writing and the funding applications process
\n\tProficiency in using reference management software (e.g., EndNote, Mendeley, Zotero etc)
\n\tExperience with regulatory writing and compliance guidelines and the scientific publication process
\n\tUnderstanding of ethical guidelines in scientific research and writing for different types of scientific publications.
\n\tWillingness to\u00a0travel\u00a0frequently\u00a0to\u00a0Northern Kenya and the border regions of Somalia.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Skills<\/p>\n
\tExperience in disease outbreak communication, immunization campaigns, risk prevention and community engagement programs is an asset.
\n\tStrong interpersonal and leadership skills to engage with internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders, with solid experience in supervising staff and leading communication initiatives.
\n\tExceptional written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in technical and scientific terminology.
\n\tAbility to multitask and work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
\n\tAbility to analyze program statistical records\/data using available data analytical software\u2019s Stata, , R-studio, SPSS, QGIS\/Arc GIS
\n\tA creative and strategic thinker.
\n\tAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines
\n\tProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva)<\/p>\n
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