By Nneka Nwogwugwu
Nigeria Health Watch enjoins science-oriented professionals to apply for its Science-Policy Communication Fellowship, a hands-on programme designed to equip participants with the skills needed to translate scientific research into impactful, policy-relevant communication.
About the Fellowship
Africa, particularly Nigeria, faces unique public health challenges that demand evidence-based policy responses. Yet a critical gap exists between research and policy implementation.
This 3-month fellowship aims to cultivate a network of skilled communicators that will bridge the gulf between public health science and policymaking. Participants will receive expert-led training, personalised mentorship, and the opportunity to design and implement a real-world public health communication project.
The fellowship is open to:
- Early- and mid-career professionals in public health, science, or health-related fields.
- Researchers and academics seeking to influence policy through evidence.
- Health professionals involved in advocacy, communication, or policy development.
Fellowship Duration: A 3-month stint covering virtual Orientation, In-Person Training and mentorship.
Benefits
- An opportunity to apply your learning to a real-world health communication initiative.
- Continuous guidance from experienced professionals in public health, policy and media.
- Access to a growing community of public health communicators.
Requirements
- A statement of interest, detailing your experience, motivations and goals.
- An up-to-date CV
How to Apply
Click here to begin application before 24th April 2025
Nigeria Health Watch is inviting science-oriented professionals to apply for its Science-Policy Communication Fellowship. This program is designed to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy implementation in the realm of public health. The 3-month fellowship offers expert-led training, personalized mentorship, and the chance to work on a real-world public health communication project to better connect public health science with policy-making.
The fellowship is open to early- and mid-career professionals, researchers, and health professionals in fields related to public health, science, or policy development. Participants will be exposed to virtual orientations and in-person training during the fellowship's tenure. Benefits include applying learned skills in actual communication initiatives, mentorship from experienced public health and policy experts, and access to a network of public health communicators.
Applicants need to submit a statement of interest and an updated CV by 24th April 2025. Interested candidates can begin the application process by visiting the provided link. This initiative aims to create a cohort of communicators prepared to effectively translate scientific evidence into health policy actions.
