Purpose:
Under the supervision of the Chief of Communication, Polio, the Communication Specialist, Media will proactively engage national, state, local and regional media to build awareness and encourage buy in from at risk audiences, key opinion leaders and policy makers; ensure packaging and dissemination of culturally relevant targeted media messages to improve visibility and strengthen education and understanding.
Qualification:
Advanced university degree in the social/behavioral sciences, (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, and Health Education) with emphasis on strategic communication planning for behaviour development, social mobilization, participatory communication, and research.*
Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the development, planning and management of social development programmes, including several years in developing countries, with practical experience in the adaptation and application of communication planning processes to specific programmes.
Fluency in English and another UN language. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station an asset
*A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Key Expected Results:
1 Programme communication programme strategy, plan and implementation for behavioural change In collaboration with the Chief of Communication, Polio, and other stakeholders and partners, the Communication Specialist, Media designs, manages and facilitates the implementation of a media, strategy and plans of action aiming at informing donors, policy makers and the general public on developments being made at the national state and LGD levels to eradicate polio and ensuring increased coverage of routine immunization.
2 Information Dissemination. In collaboration with partners, the Communication Specialist, Media develops mechanisms for collecting information and segmenting the information for dissemination o the different audiences having a stake in the programme including HQ and RO
3 Partnerships for social mobilization Develops partnerships with various media organizations and institutions (foreign and local) both electronic and print capable of advocating for a better understanding of the issues involved in polio eradication and EPI.
4 Capacity building support Develops training materials and activities to build capacity the capacity of journalists and other media practitioners at the LGA, State and national levels on reporting for on polio and EPI
5 Coordination and collaboration with government and partners. Support government agencies like the NPHCDA and the Ministry of Information build a database of media support materials which can be a quick and accessible resource for information on polio and EPI.
6 Monitoring and evaluation Monitors and evaluates media activities. Prepare reports based upon a thorough analysis and evaluation of data.
7 Budget planning and management of program funds Participates in and contributes to the budget and programme review and planning. Establishes programme work plans, allocation of resources, and monitors progress and compliance.Monitors the overall allocation and disbursement of programme funds, making sure that funds are properly coordinated, monitored and liquidated. Takes appropriate actions to optimize use of programme funds. Improves programme efficiency, quality and delivery through a rigorous and transparent approach to programme planning, monitoring and evaluation.
Competencies:
Has highest-level communication skills, including engaging and informative formal public speaking.
Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
Sets high standards for quality and consistently achieves project goals.
Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
Maintains and extends an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.
Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
Seeks and proposes opportunities for advancing UNICEF's mission.
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