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For every child, the right to health.

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Purpose of Activity/Assignment:

UNICEF is committed to accelerating progress toward equitable immunization coverage and reducing the number of zero-dose and under-immunized children through strengthened immunization systems, evidence-informed programming, and strategic partnerships. This requires timely analysis of emerging immunization challenges, synthesis of evidence, dissemination of lessons learned, and development of high-quality technical and programmatic documentation.

The consultant will support the Immunization Team through evidence synthesis, analytical work, manuscript review and coordination for a special journal issue on improving immunization coverage and equity, and the review and development of technical and programmatic immunization documents. The consultancy will contribute to UNICEF's efforts to strengthen the evidence base for immunization programming, facilitate knowledge sharing, and improve the quality of technical products that support country and global immunization priorities.

Scope of Work:

Under the supervision of the Team Lead for alliances, strategy and management, and closely working with relevant units, the consultant will take on the following tasks:

· Evidence Synthesis and Analytical Support

· Special Journal Issue Support

· Programme Documentation Support

How can you make a difference?

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the Terms of Reference here: ToR Consultant Immunization Evidence Synthesis and Programme TMS text.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:

Minimum requirements:

Education: Master’s degree Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in: Public Health, Epidemiology, Global Health ,Health Policy ,Medicine Statistics ,Social Sciences International Development Or another relevant field.

Work Experience:

Minimum five (5) years of professional experience working in public health, evidence synthesis, academic and research environment and related fields.
Experience conducting literature reviews and evidence syntheses.
Experience reviewing scientific manuscripts and technical reports.
Experience supporting the development of technical programme documents, and knowledge products.
Familiarity with immunization coverage and equity issues
Experience working with international organizations, academic institutions, or similar organizations is desirable.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English, oral and written, is required.

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
Technical writing and editing skills.
Ability to review and interpret scientific literature.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Desirables:

Desirable qualifications and experience:

Demonstrated experience in immunization research, evidence generation or programme learning, particularly related to immunization coverage, equity and zero-dose or under-immunized children.
Track record of authorship, co-authorship or substantive editorial contribution to peer-reviewed scientific publications.
Experience supporting scientific journals, special issues, manuscript review processes, or coordination with authors, reviewers and editors.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical evidence and data into clear, concise products for different audiences, including senior decision-makers, programme managers and technical partners.
Experience developing or substantially editing global or multi-country public-health guidance, strategies, technical reports or knowledge products.
Familiarity with the global immunization architecture and the work of UNICEF, WHO, Gavi and other immunization partners is an asset.

Experience managing multiple concurrent analytical and publication-related workstreams and coordinating inputs from geographically dispersed contributors is desirable.

For every Child, you demonstrate Care

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal (Talent Management System):

An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
Cover letter (max. 2 pages) describing relevant experience.
A separate financial proposal Financial Proposal Immunization Evidence Synthesis and Programme.docx
Technical proposal: Please submit 2–3 relevant writing samples or links to publications, preferably including at least one evidence synthesis/analytical product and one peer-reviewed or substantive technical publication.

Remarks:

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Consultancy - Consultant, Immunization Evidence Synthesis and Programme Documentation,Immunization Section, Global Health Practice,Nairobi, Kenya,12 Months (Remote)