Consultant, Immunization Evidence Synthesis and Programme Documentation
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
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.
Responsibilities
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. Specific tasks include: Evidence Synthesis and Analytical Support, Special Journal Issue Support, and Programme Documentation Support. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Team Lead for alliances, strategy and management, and closely with relevant units. This role 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. The consultant will be responsible for synthesizing emerging immunization challenges, disseminating lessons learned, and developing high-quality technical and programmatic documentation.
Work Experience
Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in public health, evidence synthesis, academic and research environments. Experience conducting literature reviews, evidence syntheses, reviewing scientific manuscripts and technical reports, and supporting the development of technical programme documents and knowledge products is required.
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, Experience in immunization research, evidence generation or programme learning, Experience supporting scientific journals and manuscript review processes, Ability to translate complex technical evidence into clear products, Experience developing or editing public-health guidance and reports, Familiarity with the global immunization architecture