Development of IEC Materials

The Consultant will develop culturally sensitive and actionable IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) materials focused on addressing GBV and

SRH needs in emergency contexts. The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Women, Children, and Senior Citizens under the guidance of the GBV Sub-Cluster and in collaboration with UNFPA. This role involves stakeholder consultations, material development, validation processes, and finalization of IEC tools to ensure their relevance and effectiveness in high-risk and diverse community settings.

You would be responsible for:

• Conduct consultations and stakeholder meetings at federal and provincial levels, including the Ministry of Women, Children, and Senior Citizens, GBV Sub-Cluster members, and implementing partners, to gather inputs and define priorities for IEC materials.
• Design and develop IEC materials for GBV and SRH in emergencies, ensuring content is culturally appropriate, actionable, and aligns with national policies and
• guidelines.
• Organize and facilitate focus group discussions with women and girls in high-risk provinces (both hill and Terai areas) to collect feedback and ensure
• materials are contextually relevant.
• Lead provincial-level validation workshops to finalize the IEC materials engaging UNFPA provincial focal point, and gather inputs from stakeholders, including local authorities and community representatives.
• Revise and finalize the IEC materials based on feedback from the focus group discussions and validation workshops.
• Ensure the IEC materials incorporate elements of risk communication and are accessible, inclusive, and practical for use by diverse stakeholders, including
• communities and service providers.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education:  

• Master’s degree in journalism, mass communication, public health, gender studies, or a related field.

Knowledge and Experience: 

• At least 2-5 years of experience in developing and designing communication materials, including IEC materials, for humanitarian or development contexts.
• Proven ability to create culturally sensitive, high-quality communication materials tailored to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated understanding of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), and their importance in emergency settings.
• Experience working with diverse teams, including government stakeholders, civil society, and community representatives, particularly in Nepal.
• Strong knowledge of SRHR and GBV issues within the Nepalese context, including familiarity with national policies and frameworks.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, and design skills for producing impactful communication materials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and facilitate participatory processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in tools for communication material development, including
• Microsoft Office Suite and design tools like Adobe Creative Suite.

Languages: 

• Fluency in written and spoken Nepali and English is required.
• Knowledge of additional local languages in high-risk provinces will be an advantage.

Source: https://www.unfpa.org/jobs/national-communications-consultant-development-iec-materials-gbv-and-srh-emergencies-kathmandu