• Application Deadline:
• Position: Public Health Research & Engagement Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 7 years



• Location Abuja , Lagos , Oyo




• Job Field Research 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Research & Engagement Officer will provide a critical interface between ehealth4everyone, government agencies/organizations and other project stakeholders.


• He/she will lead and support a broad range of internal/external stakeholder engagement and communication activities.


• He/she will also develop innovative communication and engagement initiatives requiring the involvement of a wide range of communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Support and conduct research focused on areas of public health, related to projects the team is working on.


• Plan and conduct research in the area of public health information technology – the use of information and communications technology to improve public health.


• Support and assist research on the use of digital health tools by public health officials in Nigerian health ministries, departments and agencies. This will involve some literature review, data analysis and data collection through interviews and other methods.


• Lead, support or assist the development of research papers and other research publications.


• Provide research assistance, as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Master’s degree in Public Health.


• A minimum of Seven(7) years of experience working with stakeholders and clients and dealing with sensitive issues.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to impart and present information to stakeholders, formulate reports and gain cooperation.


• A demonstrated ability to prepare and implement strategies in stakeholder relations and issue management is vital to the role.