Strategic Health Information Officer- Communication and advocacy

• 2 years of professional work experience at the national level, in external communications. Proven experience in writing engaging communications materials.

Desirable Experience: Prior working experience with WHO/UN or with an international nongovernmental organization; experience in organizing advocacy campaigns and experience in managing publishing processes. Proven experience in writing advocacy documents. Proven experience in taking photographs or filming video which are of professional quality

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• French(Optional), Level - Fluent

Computer skills:

• Excellent knowledge of word processing, sharepoint, R studio, and web tools

Functional Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience of work in health sector in the African Region, specifically in Universal Health Coverage implementation
• Writing, and publishing health research articles

Competencies and Values:

• Communication: expresses oneself clearly in conversation and interaction with others; actively listens. Produces effective written communications. Ensures that information is shared.
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective relationships with colleagues and team members. Deals constructively with conflicts.
• Moving forward in a changing environment: is open to, and proposes, new approaches and ideas. Adapts and responds positively to change.
• Promoting innovation and organizational learning: invigorates the Organization by building a culture which encourages learning and development. Sponsors innovative approaches and solutions.
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: demonstrates ability to work constructively with people with different backgrounds and orientations. Respects differences and ensures that all can contribute.

Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Vision

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Application deadline: 16-04-2021