Overview
Engage a senior-level consultant to lead the development of two commemorative publications documenting ten years of the WHO African Region’s Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response Programme. The role involves designing research protocols, conducting document reviews, synthesizing information, and drafting publication-ready manuscripts.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop two detailed research protocols (quantitative and qualitative).
- Conduct an exhaustive documentary review of programme reports and publications (2016-2025).
- Synthesize technical data and archives to extract key narratives and case studies.
- Develop and submit detailed plans for each publication.
- Draft manuscripts in an accessible narrative style, respecting scientific rigor.
- Highlight unsung heroes and the Programme's impact in Member States.
- Collaborate with communications and technical teams for interviews.
- Submit first complete manuscripts (Version 0) for review.
- Integrate feedback to produce final revised manuscripts.
- Provide a database/annex listing sources, interviewed persons, and references.
Required Experience
- At least ten (10) years of proven professional experience in public health, including significant international-level experience.
- Tangible evidence of producing scientific writings and developing research protocols.
- Proven experience in writing books, strategic reports, research protocols, or high-level institutional documents for ministries of health or international organizations.
- In-depth knowledge of the United Nations system, particularly the WHO environment, its regional structures (AFRO), and its emergency response mechanisms.
- Good understanding of health and geopolitical issues specific to the African continent.
Qualifications
- Advanced university degree (Master or Doctorate) in Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field.
- Additional training in research methodology, scientific writing, creative writing, or history of public health.
