COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLICATIONS CONSULTANT (WOMEN IN TECH SERIES) (1 POSITION) @ KENYA HEALTH INFORMATICS ASSOCIATION (KEHIA)
The Communications & Publications Consultant (Women in Tech Series) will play a critical role in enhancing the visibility of women in digital health and open-source ecosystems. As part of the OpenIMIS African Knowledge Hub initiative led by KeHIA, this consultant will spearhead the development of a 'Women in Tech' webinar series and associated publications. The role is focused on storytelling, technical documentation, and highlighting the impact of female leaders in the African health informatics landscape over a 12-week consultancy period.
The consultant will be responsible for producing high-quality publications that capture the insights shared during the webinar series and other project activities. This role requires a creative individual with a strong background in communications who can advocate for diversity and inclusion in technology. By collaborating with various partners, the consultant will help build a repository of knowledge that supports the growth of women in the digital health sector across Africa. Candidates must be adept at remote collaboration and possess a passion for promoting gender equality in technical fields.
The consultant will be responsible for producing high-quality publications that capture the insights shared during the webinar series and other project activities. This role requires a creative individual with a strong background in communications who can advocate for diversity and inclusion in technology. By collaborating with various partners, the consultant will help build a repository of knowledge that supports the growth of women in the digital health sector across Africa. Candidates must be adept at remote collaboration and possess a passion for promoting gender equality in technical fields.
Key Requirements
Demonstrated experience in professional communications, journalism, or technical publishing.
Proven track record of managing or promoting 'Women in Tech' or diversity initiatives.
Strong understanding of digital health and the nuances of the open-source community.
Ability to draft, edit, and publish high-quality technical articles and reports.
Experience in coordinating and hosting professional webinar series for technical audiences.
Excellent command of English with a focus on editorial and narrative quality.
Familiarity with the digital health and informatics landscape across the African region.
Skills in social media management and digital content strategy for visibility.
Proficiency in using collaborative software for remote project management.
Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Information Science, or a related discipline.