Knowledge Sharing Manager

1. MNCH Knowledge Sharing Strategy and Planning
   
   
   
   • Support the development and implementation of Adara’s global Knowledge Sharing strategy with a specific focus on Adara’s MNCH Programmes.
   
   
   • Collaborate with the Director of Impact and the Director of MNCH to integrate knowledge sharing into programme design, delivery, and documentation.
   
   
   • Ensure the inclusion of knowledge sharing activities in MNCH-related workplans, grant proposals, and donor reporting.
   
   
   • Strengthen internal teams’ capacity to document, share, and use knowledge within their projects.
   
   
   • Collaborate with RMEL teams and support feedback loops and learning from data and programmatic insights.
   
   
   
   


2. Development and Dissemination of MNCH Knowledge Assets
   
   
   
   • Identify key knowledge products, lessons, and innovations from AdaraNewborn that have the potential for scale or influence.
   
   
   • Develop high-quality, evidence-informed knowledge products that reflect Adara’s work and impact in MNCH, such as:
     
     
     
     • Case studies and clinical tools
     
     
     • Learning briefs, SOPs, Guidelines of Care, and protocols
     
     
     • Policy briefs, journal articles, and conference materials
     
     
     • Training programmes
     
     
     • Presentations
     
     
     
     
   
   
   • Ensure products are tailored to target audiences including health workers, policymakers, academic institutions, and implementing partners.
   
   
   • Manage the review and update cycle for key MNCH knowledge assets to ensure they reflect the latest clinical and public health best practice.
   
   
   • Contribute to the management of the AdaraKnowledge Hub.
   
   
   • Lead and coordinate the dissemination of MNCH knowledge assets through a range of platforms and channels, including:
     
     
     
     • Presentations at national and regional conferences, symposia, and technical working groups
     
     
     • Submissions to peer-reviewed journals and health sector publications
     
     
     • Distribution through Ministry of Health channels, facility meetings, and implementing partner networks
     
     
     • Use of Adara’s website, digital libraries, internal knowledge hubs, and social media platforms
     
     
     • Webinars, roundtables, and other forums
     
     
     
     
   
   
   • Monitor reach and engagement with knowledge products and refine dissemination strategies based on feedback and uptake.
   
   
   
   


3. Partnerships and External Engagement
   
   
   
   • Represent Adara in relevant national MNCH knowledge forums, technical working groups, and conferences.
   
   
   • Collaborate with government, academic, and civil society stakeholders to disseminate Adara’s MNCH learnings and foster knowledge partnerships.
   
   
   • Support the MNCH and country leadership teams in raising Adara’s profile as a leader in newborn care in Uganda and beyond.
   
   
   • Work with the Communications team to align knowledge sharing and external communications strategies and ensure consistent messaging.
   
   
   
   


4. Other Duties
   
   
   
   • Undertake any other tasks as assigned by the Adara leadership that are consistent with the role and further the objectives of Adara Development.
   
   
   
   

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A tertiary qualification in Public Health, Global Health, Health Communications, Knowledge Management, or related field. A clinical background is an added advantage.


• Proven track record in designing, leading, executing, and evaluating knowledge sharing activities in the international development sector.


• Minimum 5 years’ experience in public health, knowledge sharing, communications, or related fields, ideally in the MNCH or health sector.


• Proven experience developing and disseminating knowledge products to diverse audiences, including clinical and policy stakeholders.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical content into clear, accessible messages.


• Strong understanding of Uganda’s health system and national MNCH priorities.


• Experience engaging with government, development partners, or academic collaborators.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital content tools; familiarity with knowledge repositories or online learning platforms is an asset.


• Basic design skills.


• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines and geographies.


• Detail-oriented, with excellent organisational and project management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outputs on time.


• Passion for health equity and social justice, with a commitment to Adara’s mission and values.


• Be willing to undergo police check, as you may be working with children when on project sites.

KEY CONTACTS

• Internal Contacts:
  
  
  
  • Uganda AdaraNewborn Team
  
  
  • RMEL Team
  
  
  • Impact Team
  
  
  • Communications and Partnerships Team
  
  
  
  


• External Contacts:
  
  
  
  • Ministry of Health Uganda and district health offices
  
  
  • Health facility leadership and frontline health workers
  
  
  • Academic and research partners
  
  
  • Civil society and implementing partners
  
  
  
  

APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit your CV, cover letter, and details for 3 referees to careers@adaragroup.org