Abstract

This training is presented in two sections:

Role, scope, and mode of operations of NITAGs
This section defines the role, scope of action, and method of working of National Immunisation Technical Advisory Groups (NITAGs). It explains the fundamental differences between NITAGs and other existing committees in the field of immunisation and highlights the specificities of NITAGs.

NITAG tools
This section presents the tools available to efficiently run a NITAG. The session focuses on two key documents for an efficient NITAG: the NITAG internal procedures manual and the NITAG work plan. It presents the steps that should be followed for drawing up and validating these two NITAG documents. It also suggests key elements of the content.