Communication for Development Specialist - UNICEF

Vacancy Announcement

Post Title	C4D Specialist
Post Level	NOC level
Location	Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Type of Contract	Fixed Term
Vacancy No.	2014/10
Opening Date	11 August 2014
Closing Date	25 August 2014

Background

UNICEF Tanzania is recruiting a Community for Development Specialist who under the general guidance of the Chief Health & Nutrition, will be responsible for the design, formulation, management, execution, monitoring and evaluation of a behavioural change and social mobilization strategy, plan of action and programme activities in support of the Health and Nutrition Programme.

In close coordination with the C4D coordinator and C4D working group, contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring the office-wide integrated communication strategy,

Major Accountabilities

·      In collaboration with Chief of the Section,  decision makers and planners of government, donor organizations and the private sector, the Communication for Development Specialist:

-           Designs, manages and facilitates the implementation of communication policy, strategy and plans of action aiming at general public and service providers through: (a) behaviour development/change at individual/household levels; (b) social mobilization of civil society organizations; and (c) increased community participation in development programmes for positive social change.

-          Makes viable recommendations on operational strategies in the areas of participatory communication, social mobilization and behaviour change and on appropriate materials and media to reach target audiences.

·         In collaboration with partners, the Communication for Development Specialist

-           organizes and manages 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.

-          Supports the UNICEF global communications objectives and strategies through development of complementary country specific and local community materials.

-    Ensures the quality, consistency and appropriateness of communication materials that are developed, produced, and disseminated to local communities, government officials, other partners and the press.Development of fundraising and communication tools.

·         Develops partnerships with various 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 Health and Nutrition programme.

·         Promotes a better understanding of children's and women's issues by assisting in or managing a country level behaviour change and social mobilization strategy supportive of effective and efficient programme delivery.

·         Promotes and influences behaviour development/change at individual/ household levels, social mobilization of civil society organizations and increased community participation in development programmes.

·         Develops training materials and activities to build capacity in participatory and behaviour change communication for personnel who are involved in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programme communication intervention, in support of programme sustainability.

·         Work with Health Specialist working for Community Health to provide technical support and capacity building for local authorieis, health staff, NGO and CHWs.

·         Coordinates with government counterparts in the development and appropriate use of communication for social development aimed at both individual behaviour change and collective action. Provide technical support as required.

·         Collaborates with government officials, community leaders, UN, and bilateral agencies and NGOs in the organization of activities, operational research, advocacy and exchange of information and ideas supportive of programme communication goals and strategies.

·         Monitors and evaluates programme activities on the basis of applied communication research and frequent visits to project sites.

·         Analyzes and evaluates data to ensure compliance and achievement of objectives and recommend corrective action, when necessary, to meet programme/project objectives.  Prepares monitoring and evaluation reports in accordance with the established guidelines, methods and procedures. Provides technical advice to programme staff, government officials and other counterparts, and coordinates and manages the evaluative elements of country programme milestone meetings, such as mid-term reviews, strategy meetings, previews and reviews and annual reviews.

·         Disseminates communication research findings, ensures exchanges and sharing of experience, lessons learned, best practices, and new methods to government officials, programme staff, and other UNICEF partners.

·         Participates in and contributes to the budget and programme review and planning. Establishes programme work plans in collaboration with respective Health and Nutrition Project Officers, 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.

Expected Qualification and Experience

·         Advanced university degree in the social/behavioural sciences, (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education) with emphasis on strategic communication planning for behaviour development, social mobilization, participatory communication, and research.

·         Minimum 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.

·         Experience in the communication in the Health and Nutrition sector is highly desirable.

·         Fluency in Swahili and English, spoken and written.

UNICEF Competencies

·         Core Competencies: Communication, Working with People, Drive for Results     

·         Functional Competencies: Formulating Strategies and Concepts, Relating and Networking, Applying Technical Expertise, Planning and Organising, Persuading and influencing, Entrepreneurial thinking.         

To Apply

§  If you meet the above profile, please submit your application along with a cover letter, an updated CV and a completed UN Personal History Form, indicating post title/vacancy number to The Human Resources Manager, UNICEF Tanzania Country Office, Dar Es Salaam, and send to hr.tanzania@unicef.org  indicating clearly Vacancy No. 2014/10 on or before the closing date of 25^th August 2014

§  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

§  Applications not quoting the title and vacancy number will automatically be disqualified.

§  DO NOT attach copies of your certificates/diplomas.

§  No late application or telephone inquiries will be considered.

UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race,

gender or religion and without discrimination of persons with disabilities.

Qualified Female Candidates are encouraged to apply

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