Posted Date

7 hours ago(2/14/2024 4:47 AM)

Job ID

2024-5869

Location

SZ-Mbabane

Category

International Positions

Employment Status

Full-Time

Jhpiego, an affiliate of the Johns Hopkins University is an international non-profit working for over 50 years in more than 155 countries globally to prevent the needless deaths of women and their families. In Eswatini, Jhpiego is supporting HIV prevention interventions with a focus on increasing awareness on voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) services through the PEPFAR/CDC-funded VMMC Technical Assistance Project. Jhpiego Eswatini Office has a vacant post for the project’s Demand Creation Assistant and applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill this position. Jhpiego offers a market related salary and comprehensive employee benefits package. The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment  checks and vetting. National citizens of Eswatini are strongly encouraged to apply.

Function as a member of the Jhpiego Demand Creation team

Working with the demand creation officer, support the communications team with development, deployment and monitoring of targeted media messages.

 

Social and Behavior Change Communication

• Develop and distribute educational materials, including brochures, posters, and digital content, to promote VMMC services
• Implement BCC strategies to address myths, misconceptions, and barriers related to VMMC Identify appropriate communication channels to disseminate information for target audiences
• Maintain Jhpiego Eswatini’s Social Media and online presence, and interact with online users
• Monitor the quality and effectiveness of communication channels and adjust strategies as needed.

Community Engagement

• Collaborate with community leaders, influencers, and organizations to raise awareness about the benefits of VMMC.
• Organize and participate in community outreach activities, including workshops, events, and health campaigns
• Organizing logistics and administration of meetings, trainings and other activities to smooth operations of communications activities

Social Mobilization

• Identify and leverage existing community networks and platforms to disseminate information about VMMC.
• Mobilize community members to seek VMMC services by conducting targeted communication and advocacy efforts.
• Organize flash media mobilization events within targeted communities to create demand for VMMC services

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain partnerships with local stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations, to enhance demand creation efforts
• Support the MOH’s demand creation activities for VMMC and other HIV programs
• Work closely with stakeholders to develop and design materials (digital or print) for target audiences
• Ensure that all demand creation materials and activities adhere to project standards, guidelines, and best practices

Data Collection and Reporting

• Collect and analyze data related to demand creation activities, including reach, impact, and feedback from target populations.
• Prepare regular reports on the progress of demand creation initiatives, highlighting successes, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
• Success story identification, writing, and circulation, including video/photography
• Facilitate the achievement of targets for the program goals and demand creation activities.
• Compile reports as required and contribute to quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports and work planning.

• Diploma in Marketing / Digital Communications / Creative Multimedia from
• At least 3 years of experience in community engagement, behavior change communication, or demand creation initiatives. INGO experience preferred, particularly for USG funded projects.
• Knowledge of public health issues, particularly in the context of HIV/AIDS prevention and male circumcision programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
• Experience with use of social media approaches for brand promotion and marketing
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Advanced computer literacy is essential; experienced in use of creative design software, MS Office 365 etc.
• Strong oral, presentation and writing skills in siSwati and English.
• Possess a valid and clean driver’s license

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers

Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume, certified academic certificates and traceable references.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

EEO is the Law

 

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