Job description

The Knowledge Sharing Manager leads Adara’s Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) knowledge sharing function, helping ensure that evidence, learning, innovation and practical experience generated through our MNCH programmes are translated into actionable knowledge that improves programmes, strengthens systems, extends Adara’s reach, and influences policy and practice beyond Adara.

This role is responsible for driving a strategic, evidence-informed and impact-focused approach to knowledge sharing, and works closely with programme, clinical, research, monitoring, evaluation and learning (RMEL), and communications teams to embed knowledge sharing into organisational processes and practices and external stakeholder engagement.

Job requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A tertiary qualification in Public/Global Health, Health Communications, Knowledge Management, International Development or related field. A clinical background is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in knowledge sharing, programme learning, health communications, RMEL, quality improvement, public health or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience developing high-quality technical and knowledge products for diverse audiences.
• Experience working in international development and/or the health sector, preferably in low-resource settings.
• Experience supporting learning, evidence use, quality improvement or adaptive programming processes.
• Experience engaging with government, academic institutions, professional bodies or development partners.
• Experience coordinating dissemination and external engagement activities.
• Familiarity with digital knowledge systems, online learning approaches or knowledge repositories is an advantage.
• Experience contributing to research dissemination, publications or conference presentations is desirable.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesise and communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Strong ability to translate evidence, programme learning and technical content into practical and actionable insights.
• Strong understanding of maternal and newborn health systems and/or quality of care approaches in low-resource settings.
• Excellent facilitation, collaboration and relationship management skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work strategically while also supporting practical implementation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work across multidisciplinary and cross-cultural teams.
• Curious, proactive and solutions-oriented, with a strong learning mindset.
• Strong alignment with Adara’s values and commitment to equity, locally led approaches and improving outcomes for women, newborns and children.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital content, design or learning tools.
• Willingness to undergo relevant safeguarding and police checks as required.