Report Writer, UNV, Remote Based
Support WHO AFRO EPR Cluster in creating impactful annual reports.
Overview
Support WHO AFRO EPR Cluster in creating impactful annual reports.
You have:
- 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
- Good knowledge of English and French
- Portuguese: Desirable
Contract
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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
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to synthesize complex information into a clear report? | The interviewer wants to assess your ability to handle and simplify complex data. | Provide a specific example of a project where you successfully conveyed detailed information. |
| How do you ensure the accuracy of the data you present in your reports? | The interviewer is interested in your data validation processes. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with WHO reporting standards? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how you manage feedback while drafting a report. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe an example where you had tight deadlines for report submission. How did you manage? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What techniques do you use for presenting data visually within reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where you highlighted key results in a report? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you tailor your writing style for different audiences? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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