URC Communications Advisor - Proposal Jobs in Malawi
URC Communications Advisor - Proposal Jobs in Malawi
University Research Co., LLC (URC) Guided by a strong vision of equitable and resilient systems that respond to people’s needs and emerging threats, URC helps countries and local actors to build, implement, and sustain science-driven, scalable solutions. Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical expertise to empower governments, communities, and service providers toward strengthening their own health and social systems and improve service quality.
We aim to expand access to and improve the quality of services, addressing maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health; global health security and infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; nutrition and water, sanitation, and hygiene. In our interactions with each other and our clients, we stay true to our values for transformative change by focusing on:
Creativity: by unleashing our creativity, we enhance engagement and interaction to improve problem-solving.
Collaboration: not only our work towards the same vision and mission instill staff with a strong sense of purpose, but also enables us to complement each other’s skills and allocate work to maximize everyone’s strengths.
Accountability: we hold ourselves responsible for accomplishing goals, completing assignments, and making decisions.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion: we embrace the importance of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, where our leadership and staff model behavior that enriches our organization, demonstrates respect for all people, and supports opportunities for all staff.
Transparency: we understand that when employees deeply trust one another and their leaders, they will be more engaged in their roles because they will not be worried about unfair treatment.
Activity Overview:
The purpose of the USAID/Malawi MOMENTUM Activity is to support the Government of Malawi’s (GOM’s) efforts to reduce maternal, newborn, and child mortality through improved access and quality of health service delivery with particular focus on maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH); family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH); nutrition; water sanitation, and hygiene (WASH); and malaria prevention and treatment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
URC is currently seeking a Communications Advisor, with a strong track record of
producing dynamic and innovative communications plans and products in Malawi. The Communications Advisor is responsible for overseeing the internal and external documentation and promotion of the project to both internal and external stakeholders. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Developing and overseeing the implementation of a communications strategy, budget and team, while working closely with the Ministry of Health (MoH) Health Education Unit, USAID and partners
Developing multi-media communications, including reaching communities with low literacy levels
Oversee the implementation of a calendar of media, medical and stakeholder events for participation, including at least 2 media interviews each quarter
Production of a series of professional and informative newsletters that are responsive to rapidly developing programs and responsive to questions and suggestions
Contribute to routine, quarterly and annual reporting
Oversee the development, design and printing of communications materials
Develop a database of quality photographs and video footage for promotional use, including engaging professional support where needed
Maintain a collection of interviews and stories for use in the media or for donor reporting
Ensure compliance of the Activity’s Branding and Marking Plan.
Required Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in media studies, mass communication or journalism or related field.
At least eight years in communications or journalism.
Skills in photography, videography, and web design.
Fluent in English and Chichewa.
Demonstrated ability to organize, set priorities, and meet deadlines under pressure.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
Master’s degree in relevant field.
Experience working for USAID-funded programs.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; URC Communications Advisor - Proposal Jobs in Malawi
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