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Position Title: Chief Communication for
Development, P-4, Kinshasa
Vacancy No: E-VN-2014-000507
Duty Station: Kinshasa
Country: Congo, Dem. Rep.
Region: WCARO
Job Level: P-4
Position#: 00020146
Contract Type: Long-term Staff (FT)
Background Information:
For 60 years, UNICEF has
been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote
children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider
of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and
nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and
girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.
UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals,
businesses, foundations and governments.
Purpose of the Position
Under the general guidance
of the Deputy Representative, and in close coordination with the Communication
Officer, responsible for the design, management, execution, monitoring and
evaluation of a behaviour change and social mobilization strategy in support of
the country programme
Key Expected Results
1. In collaboration with
UNICEF and government programme officers, undertake the sectoral analysis of
situation of communication, design and manage/facilitate the implementation of
communication plans of action aiming at: (a) behaviour development/change at
the individual/household levels; (b) social mobilization of civil society
organizations; and (c) increased community participation in development
programmes in areas of health, protection, education, Aids/HIV and emergency.
2. Monitor and evaluate
activities on the basis of applied communication research and frequent visits
to project sites. Disseminates
communication research finds, ensure exchange of experience and new methods to
government officials, programme staff and other UNICEF partners.
3. In collaboration with
partners, organize/manage the formative research, development, pre-testing and
production of culturally relevant communication materials to ensure effective
and efficient programme delivery, including facilitating behaviour change where
necessary.
4. Develop partnerships with
religious groups, traditional leaders, teachers, artists, and other organized
groups in the community, as well as civil society organizations, to orient them
on country programme goals and to solicit their involvement in the
implementation of the country programme.
5. Develop training
materials and activities to build capacity in participatory & behaviour
communication at various government levels in support of programme
sustainability.
6. Provide technical support
to government counterparts in the development and appropriate use of
communication for social development aimed at both individual behaviour change
and collective action.
7. Facilitate the development and implementation
of integrated plan of communication in the sub-offices.
8. Ensure the accurate and
timely input of project information in computerized programme system and the
issuance of status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
Qualifications of Successful
Candidate
EDUCATION:
- Advanced university degree in the
social/behavoural sciences, (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health
Education, and Communication for Development) with emphasis on participatory
communication, communication planning, social mobilization, participatory
research, training and impact evaluation of communication interventions.
* A first university degree with a relevant
combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu
of advanced university degree.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Eight (8) years
progressively responsible work experience in the planning and management of
social development programmes, including four (4) years in developing
countries, with practical experience in the adaptation and application of
communication planning processes to specific programmes.
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- Fluency in French and English. Knowledge of
the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
Competencies of Successful
Candidate
Competencies:
- Knowledge of current developments in the
fields of communication theory, motivational psychology, adult learning theory,
indigenous media, community organization and participation.
- Training in strategic communication planning,
behaviour analysis, formative research and evaluation of communication
interventions.
- Proven skills in communication, networking,
advocacy and negotiation.
- Ability to organize and implement training,
including development of curricula and methodologies.
- Ability to express clearly and concisely
ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
- Knowledge of computer systems and
applications.
Core Values:
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
Core Competencies:
- Communication
- Working with People
- Drive for Results
Remarks
* The successful candidate
for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31
days of receiving an offer.
* Please note that Kinshasa
is a non-family duty station.
Application Close: 17-Mar-14
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and
interested in discussing this engagement in more detail,
please submit your resume in
confidence to the website on the link below:
UNICEF is committed to
diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female
and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds,
including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our
organisation.
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