Consultant, Immunization Evidence Synthesis and Programme Documentation

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a consultant for its Immunization Section in Nairobi, Kenya, to support evidence synthesis, analytical work, manuscript review and coordination for a special journal issue on improving immunization coverage and equity, as well as the review and development of technical and programmatic immunization documents. The consultancy runs for 12 months remotely and contributes to strengthening the evidence base for immunization programming.

Key responsibilities

• Evidence synthesis and analytical support
• Support for a special journal issue on immunization coverage and equity
• Programme documentation support

Required profile

• Master's degree or equivalent in Public Health, Epidemiology, Global Health, Health Policy, Medicine, Statistics, Social Sciences, International Development or another relevant field
• At least five years of professional experience in public health, evidence synthesis, academic and research environments
• Experience conducting literature reviews and evidence syntheses, reviewing scientific manuscripts and technical reports, and supporting technical programme documents
• Familiarity with immunization coverage and equity issues; experience with international organizations is desirable
• Fluent English, oral and written

Required skills

• Strong analytical and synthesis skills
• Technical writing and editing
• Ability to review and interpret scientific literature
• Project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Candidates apply through the UNICEF online recruitment portal with an up-to-date profile and CV, a cover letter, a financial proposal and a technical proposal with 2-3 writing samples, including at least one evidence synthesis or analytical product and one peer-reviewed or substantive technical publication.