The Vacancy
Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Knowledge Management Officer to join our team in Buea, Cameroon.
The Knowledge Management Officer will support the Operations Research Specialist to provide technical guidance (research design, statistical and analytical support), in all project research output areas. In addition, he/she will contribute to the learning agenda, working closely with the other team members in the project. The position holder will contribute to evidence base and support (and lead as appropriate) peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, conferences and presentations.
The successful candidate will have:
Master’s degree in public health, social sciences, communication, development studies or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience
Extensive experience in a knowledge management role with an excellent understanding of operations research;
Good project management skills;
Demonstrated experience in survey design, implementation, analysis, and report-writing;
Previous public health sector experience in sub-Saharan Africa countries, preferably Cameroon;
Experience of working with Ministries of Health;
Experience in working effectively with government and non-government partners.
Experience in setting up standards of quality as well as internal quality assurance mechanisms.
Experience in research uptake
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Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
This is a fixed term contract for the period of 12 months.
To apply for this position you will need to have the right to work in Cameroon.
The Company
Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the prevention, control, and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable populations.
Our mission is to save lives and improve health in Africa and Asia through evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote Universal Health Coverage.
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We are dedicated to ensuring our work is supported by strong evidence and remains grounded in the lessons we learn through implementation. We explore beyond current practice, to try out innovative ways – through research, implementation, and policy development – to achieve effective and sustainable disease management and control.
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