Report Writer, UNV, Remote Based

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Mission and objectives

The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Cluster of WHO AFRO supports Member States to prevent, detect, and respond to health emergencies. As part of its accountability, the Cluster produces an annual report summarizing achievements, challenges, and impact.

Context

To strengthen the quality, clarity, and presentation of its annual reporting, the WHO AFRO EPR Cluster is seeking support to consolidate and analyze data from multiple technical areas and translate it into a cohesive and impactful report. The assignment focuses on structuring complex information into a clear narrative, highlighting key results, challenges, and lessons learned, while ensuring consistency with WHO reporting standards.

The UN Volunteer will work closely with the Regional Emergency Director (RED), technical teams, and Program Area Managers (PAMs) to collect inputs, integrate feedback, and enhance the overall quality of the report. The final output will not only document achievements but also provide a valuable reference for decision-making, partner engagement, and future strategic planning.

Task type

Report Writer

Task description

The incumbent will collect, analyze, and interpret data from different programs in the Emergency Cluster and organize it into a structured report for the Emergency Director and WHO Regional Office Director. The report must be accurate, timely, and tailored to WHO Emergency cluster needs as well provide key information about WHE work in the African Region tour the rest of the world including partners and communities.

Under RED’s supervision, the UNV will:

• Review of 2025 quarterly reports and relevant documents
• Collect and consolidate inputs from technical teams and PAMs
• Draft and structure the annual report
• Highlight key results, impact, challenges, and lessons learned
• Support coordination of reviews and integration of feedback
• Assist with layout, visuals, and formatting in line with WHO standards

Deliverables

• Methodological note and outline (Week 1)
• Draft report (Week 2)
• Revised draft after inputs (Week 3)
• Final report ready for publication (Week 4)

Assignment requirements

Required experience:

• Degree in public health, communication, or related field
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Experience of at least 5 years in report drafting, data analysis or business intelligence
• Basic skills in data presentation and document formatting

Languages

· Good knowledge of English and French (Required)

· Portuguese: Desirable