Knowledge Management and Communication Advisor job at The Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)

Description

The Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) is hiring a Knowledge Management and Communication Advisor to work with the regional team in Kigezi and Ankole to plan, organize and lead the implementation of knowledge management and communication activities. S/he will participate in the development of innovative methods of knowledge exchange across the project, dissemination of project activities, best practices, and lessons learned.

To develop, implement and identify strategies in communication and knowledge management for the promotion of a positive organizational image for LPHS North and Southwest Project.

About the Project:

Local Partner Health Services – North & Southwest is a 2-year Activity implemented by Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC). The Activity aims to support the continuation of technical assistance for the implementation of a district-based, integrated package of quality HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, MNCH services and Global Health Security to the beneficiary population in North & Southwest regions.

The main goal of the activity is to increase the availability, accessibility and utilization of quality, integrated HIV, TB, Malaria, MNCH services and Global Health Security.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with senior project management to determine project knowledge management priorities and provide technical support for all Project knowledge management activities.
• Serve as point of contact and interact independently with project field-based colleagues on the production of knowledge management deliverables and keep senior project management appraised of activity progress.
• Ensure that knowledge management activities are implemented according to approved Branding & Marking plan; provide TA to other Staff and Partners on those standards; and review/assess performance against standards.
• Synthesize and share lessons learned in effective knowledge management strategies and activities.
• Contribute knowledge management content to new project opportunities.
• Support the synthesis and curation of evidence and experience emerging from the project’s programming and routine data analysis.
• Work closely with science writers, editors, designers, and language translation specialists to produce high-quality, audience-appropriate print and digital knowledge products, including peer-reviewed publications, blog posts, photo essays, newsletters, technical briefs, reports and fact sheets; conference abstracts and presentations; and training materials and other technical tools.
• Coordinate virtual and, where appropriate, in-person learning exchange activities.
• Support the development and execution of communications and dissemination strategies for implemented projects, including liaising with JCRC corporate communications teams and other strategic partners.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual work plans and progress reports in a timely fashion for submission to DOS including developing infographic pieces.
• Ensure timely development and completion of project knowledge management deliverables.
• Provide support to collaborating partners with the development of knowledge management deliverables.
• Stay abreast of relevant health science and evidence-based practices and ensure knowledge products reflect and promote the latest evidence to JCRC staff and Partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or other related qualifications.
• At least three years of relevant knowledge management experience, including experience with donor-funded global health projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities.
• Experience working with PEPFAR-supported organizations is an added advantage.
• Highly proficient writing and verbal communication skills; adept at cross-cultural communication.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, graphic designing, and should be a good photographer.

• Work closely with senior project management to determine project knowledge management priorities and provide technical support for all Project knowledge management activities.
• Serve as point of contact and interact independently with project field-based colleagues on the production of knowledge management deliverables and keep senior project management appraised of activity progress.
• Ensure that knowledge management activities are implemented according to approved Branding & Marking plan; provide TA to other Staff and Partners on those standards; and review/assess performance against standards.
• Synthesize and share lessons learned in effective knowledge management strategies and activities.
• Contribute knowledge management content to new project opportunities.
• Support the synthesis and curation of evidence and experience emerging from the project’s programming and routine data analysis.
• Work closely with science writers, editors, designers, and language translation specialists to produce high-quality, audience-appropriate print and digital knowledge products, including peer-reviewed publications, blog posts, photo essays, newsletters, technical briefs, reports and fact sheets; conference abstracts and presentations; and training materials and other technical tools.
• Coordinate virtual and, where appropriate, in-person learning exchange activities.
• Support the development and execution of communications and dissemination strategies for implemented projects, including liaising with JCRC corporate communications teams and other strategic partners.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual work plans and progress reports in a timely fashion for submission to DOS including developing infographic pieces.
• Ensure timely development and completion of project knowledge management deliverables.
• Provide support to collaborating partners with the development of knowledge management deliverables.
• Stay abreast of relevant health science and evidence-based practices and ensure knowledge products reflect and promote the latest evidence to JCRC staff and Partners.

• Highly proficient writing and verbal communication skills; adept at cross-cultural communication.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, graphic designing, and should be a good photographer.

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or other related qualifications.
• At least three years of relevant knowledge management experience, including experience with donor-funded global health projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities.
• Experience working with PEPFAR-supported organizations is an added advantage.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.