Technical writer for development of Behavioural and Social drivers survey manuscripts and knowledge products, Nairobi, Kenya, Global Health Practice Nairobi CoE,35 days (remote, INTERNATIONAL only)

<p>Contract Duration – 25.05.26.-30.06.26.- 35 days</p> <p>Working arrangement: Home Based</p> <p><em> </em></p> <p>UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.</p> <p>At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we <a name="_Int_55naH1MG"></a>are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.</p> <p>UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.unicef.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">our website</a> to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.</p> <p><strong>                                                         TERMS OF REFERENCE</strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: " aptos="" display",="" sans-serif;="" color:="" #000000"="">The consultant will closely work with the team in drafting, development, and submission of scientific manuscripts based on BeSD study findings and related programme evidence.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: " aptos="" display",="" sans-serif;="" color:="" #000000"="">Specifically, the consultant will:</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: " aptos="" display",="" sans-serif;="" color:="" #000000"="">• Review and synthesise available study materials, datasets, reports, and background documents from the eight BeSD country studies<br>• Develop structured outlines for each manuscript, including framing, research questions, and key messages<br>• Draft eight country-specific manuscripts (one per study), ensuring clarity, analytical rigour, and alignment with target journal requirements<br>• Develop one synthesising manuscript that consolidates cross-country findings, identifies common patterns, and highlights implications for global immunization policy and programming<br>• Conduct targeted literature reviews to strengthen positioning and contextualisation of findings<br>• Develop figures, tables, and visualisations to support data presentation<br>• Incorporate feedback from UNICEF, partners, and co-authors across multiple review rounds<br>• Support manuscript submission to peer-reviewed journals and respond to peer reviewer comments through to publication<br>• Ensure all outputs are accessible, policy-relevant, and aligned with UNICEF’s knowledge translation objectives</span></p> <p> </p> <p>If you would like to know more about this consultancy on the detailed deliverables and expected outcomes, please review the complete Terms of Reference here:<strong><em> <img src="https://static.pageuppeople.com/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File"> <img src="https://static.pageuppeople.com/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File"> <a href="https://secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtNkuLI8aYrwcrsdAIG-kxTithitnhlhgsQ1aThRilwI0BXcoRpVq5-y3bCQNLWQERrE6dpljvyMita_92zOKmJEnmHRnFnI2JRPbJ0CIazKNBx3LQzkCKESawZsFt2U0iw8m4DQ_ZgOME2V_zlTSOQA%7e%7e">TOR TMC0002189.pdf</a></em></strong></p> <p><strong><u>Minimum requirements:</u></strong></p> <p><strong>Education</strong> Master’s degree in <span lang="EN-AU">Social and Behaviour Science, Science Communication, Scientific Writing or related field.</span></p> <p><strong>Work Experience:</strong> Minimum of 7–10 years of relevant professional experience in scientific writing, research translation, or knowledge management in global health, immunization, or related fields.</p> <p>Demonstrated experience in drafting and publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts, including leading or supporting submissions to high-impact journals.</p> <p><strong>Skills</strong> Strong understanding of behavioural and social drivers of health, preferably in immunization, vaccine demand, or public health programming.</p> <p> Proven ability to synthesise complex quantitative and qualitative data into clear, concise, and policy-relevant narratives.</p> <p>Experience working with multi-country datasets and translating research findings into cross-country comparative analyses and synthesis products.</p> <p>Strong skills in data visualisation, including the development of figures, tables, and graphical representations for publication.</p> <p><strong>Language Requirements</strong> Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a demonstrated ability to tailor content for both academic and policy audiences.</p> <p><strong><u>Desirables </u></strong>Ability to manage multiple deliverables, work independently, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.</p> <p><strong>Technical Requirements  </strong>Submission of at least 3 relevant writing samples (peer-reviewed articles, reports, or knowledge products), clearly indicating the candidate’s role in their development and demonstrating quality, analytical rigour, and clarity of writing.</p> <p><strong>For every Child, you demonstrate...</strong></p> <p>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: <a title="https://uni.cf/UNICEFValues" href="https://www.unicef.org/careers/get-prepared#Values" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">UNICEF Values</a></p> <p>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. <a href="https://www.unicef.org/careers/equity-inclusion-and-diversity-unicef">The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone</a>, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.</p> <p>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 <a name="_Int_sJ7Iti8O"></a>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 <a href="https://www.unicef.org/accessibility#contact">Accessibility | UNICEF</a>. 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.</p> <p>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 promoting 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 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.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal (Talent Management System):</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)</li> <li>Cover letter</li> <li>A detailed technical proposal</li> <li>A separate financial proposal<img src="https://static.pageuppeople.com/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File"> <a href="https://secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7TGVOl9Ni9YZ_7WpeQibScvp9iawA8eZjHgLx5OnMhnayXTdELrIiVwGnEiHW3U00BKd5xf8omBuC86Vf7Xj66vaDK2r7odoS1In4vs-cFfKNxGyWjZi8uL_hKxTbqQBjbcgn4IN3bAvw3hbMRcOMw%7e%7e">TMC0002189 Financial proposal.docx</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Remarks: </strong> </p> <p>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.</p> <p>All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and <a name="_Int_qn65Cuxu"></a>advance to the next stage of the selection process.</p> <p>Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found <a href="https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-job-categories" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</p> <p> </p>

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