Closing date: 18 Jan 2017
Position
Overview:
The Knowledge
Translation Officer (KTO) will work closely with AFIDEP staff on the
population change and sustainable development initiatives, health systems
strengthening projects, or communications and knowledge management teams, or a
combination depending on individual interests. The position mainly entails
carrying out research, generating and synthesizing knowledge, identifying gaps
and opportunities; and providing evidence and practical solutio
ns that can
enable policy makers to address inequalities and barriers to access in delivery
of population, sustainable development, and health programs and interventions.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate
the implementation of research projects including data collection and
collation, data analysis, and systematic evidence and policy reviews - Promote
application of research findings in decision-making processes at national,
regional, and international levels - Write
critical research reports - Contribute
to capacity building and knowledge generation/synthesis activities - Contribute
to proposal writing - Develop
and disseminate policy-oriented advocacy materials
Desired
Skills and Experience:
Items
indicated with an asterisk (*) are required
- Bachelor’s
degree in public health, population studies, economics, communications
sciences, social sciences, or related field* - Preferred:
Master’s degree in above fields - Strong
qualitative and/or quantitative research skills* - Demonstrated
excellent writing and communication skills in English* - Minimum
of three years of relevant experience in research; program management;
knowledge translation; policy engagement, including scientific writing,
synthesizing and translating research evidence into outputs that are usable
by policymakers; developing policy-oriented advocacy materials; and
monitoring and evaluation of policies and programs - Relevant
training in research and policy analysis work - A track
record in coordinating research programs and partnerships - Understanding
of key policies and stakeholders in the field of development, specifically
population, health and communications - Demonstrated
experience in use of scientific software (Endnote, SPSS, Stata, Nvivo) for
data analysis and management - Analytical
and critical thinking - Additional
official language such as French is an added advantage - Ability
to work with minimal supervision, results-oriented - Strong
accountability and attention to detail - Excellent
organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
To apply to
this position click here: http://ghcorps.org/fellows/apply-to-be-a-fellow/application/
