Malaria Consortium Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda

Malaria Consortium Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda

Job Purpose

To provide communications and implementation support to all SURM project activities in the
districts of operation.

Scope of Work

This role involves implementation of communications activities which include social
mobilisation and social behaviour change communication (SBCC), advocacy, documentation
and dissemination of learnings and external communications/ public relations.

S/he will implement these activities according to the communications strategies of the country office, the projects’ activity planning and under the guidance of the Communications Specialist and
with support from the Regional Coordinator.

S/he will also ensure an appropriate level of
relevant visibility for the project among stakeholders through engagement with the media,
regional events and other relevant forums.

Key Working Relationships

The Communications Officer directly reports to the Regional Coordinator and indirectly to
the Communication Specialist.

It also involves working closely with the project’s partners, including the media, district health teams, health workers and VHTs.

Key Account-abilities

Under the lead of the Communications Specialist and in cooperation with the
Regional Coordinator, lead the implementation of behavior change communications according to country strategies and project’s work plans

In cooperation with the project’s technical officer(s), liaise with communities, local
opinion and religious leaders to ensure their involvement and participation in all
behavior change communications activities

Under the lead of the M&E Specialist and the Communications Team, ensure
appropriate data is collected to monitor the impact of the communications activities

Maintain regular communication with the Regional Coordinator and compile work
plan updates from the field

Under the lead of the Communications Specialist and in cooperation with the
Regional Coordinator, ensure the implementation of documentation exercises such as story collection – including pictures and video – and coordination of research assistants for the collection of data for dipstick surveys or case studies

Ensure the quality of the data, testimonies and pictures collected in the field and
their appropriate label

Provide support to the Regional Coordinator and M&E Officers in story writing and
data analysis as required

Support M&E Officer to ensure that all relevant project documentation is
disseminated to the district health teams

Work closely with the SURM M&E Officer and Regional Coordinator in the
monitoring and evaluation of project activities

Support the conduct of surveys as required

Provide support to the projects’ staff to maintain effective relationships with local
governments and development partners when required

Act as the main liaison agent between SURM and cultural and religious institutions
in their region of intervention

Develop effective and collaborative relationships with all project partners, including
the district

health teams, implementing partners and a network of CSOs

Participate in relevant meetings, presenting project results and experiences as
required

Facilitate the relationship between SURM and the regional media representatives
based in their districts of intervention, in accordance with project guidelines
regarding media engagement

Actively participate as a member of the SURM project Technical Team

Adhere to all project policies and procedures

Adhere to internationally recognised humanitarian and development principles at all
times during the implementation of the project

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum of three years of professional experience in behavior change communications, community mobilization and/ or projects documentation

Degree in communications, marketing or related field, ideally with a public health bias

Experience implementing community activations and implementation of behavior
change communications activities and documentation

Experience in story collection and story writing to document projects’ achievements

Knowledge of the community and local government structures

Understanding of basic public health issues in Uganda and the required behavior
change associated to them

Skills in the use of different media outlets (photography, film, TV, radio, newspapers,
websites, etc.) for communications/ advocacy purposes

Knowledge of the Ugandan health sector

Experience in health sector advocacy work

Foundational knowledge of public health approaches

Good oral and written communications skills and ability to convey messages to
diverse audiences

Strong interest in and desire to promote improved health policy and practice

Proven skills in writing, copy editing, proof reading and documentation, excellent attention to detail

Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher or other design
software)

Excellent organization, planning, communication and follow-up skills

Ability to prioritise and manage multiple assignments

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of
associates, including management

Skills in the use of different media outlets (photography, film, TV, radio, newspapers
etc.) for communications purposes

Experience in public health communications campaigns

Foundational knowledge of public health approaches

Experience and skills in training and transfer of knowledge

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 20th September 2019

For more information and job application details, see; Malaria Consortium Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda

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