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Population Services International (PSI) Jobs

Location: Africa.

Country : Nigeria

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival , HIV and reproductive health . Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

Behavior Change Communications Specialist

Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Oversee the development, management and implementation of a communication strategy to increase use of health products and practice of healthy behaviors
  • Oversee implementation of a communication strategy to effectively influence behavior change at the individual, community and political levels
  • Oversee and manage a wide variety of interventions from mass media advertising campaigns to small group and interpersonal communications
  • Oversee development and management of a strategy to build the capacity of Nigerian organizations and government counterparts in BCC programming
  • Effectively collaborate with all key partners and stakeholders throughout the life of the project
  • Oversee the development and harmonization of program messages, IEC materials and related training curriculum
  • Develop in coordination with partners a mass media dissemination and monitoring plan
  • Supervise a team of project staff and create professional development opportunities

    Qualifications:

  • Masters degree in public health or other relevant health or behavior change communications discipline
  • Minimum 8-10 years experience in two or more large-scale social marketing and BCC programs
  • Experience with implementing BCC in the context of FP/RH/MCH/Malaria and behavior change interventions at different levels in 2 or more developing countries .
  • Demonstrated technical expertise in a relevant mix of designing, managing and evaluating health programs through social marketing , as well as small group and IPC activities that have led to correct and sustained use of methods, services and socially-marketed products
  • Familiarity with the different cultural, social and religious identities in Nigeria and/or in a similar African setting
  • Excellent organizational, teamwork and multitasking capabilities
  • Fluency in English required
  • Demonstrated ability to produce results

    The successful candidate will also have excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and cross-cultural skills;

  • Demonstrated ability to perform and prioritize a variety of tasks on short notice within designated deadlines;
  • Able to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced work environment;
  • Excellent team work skills and a demonstrated capacity to produce results.

    Deadline for applications is March 9, 2012.

    How to apply:

    Apply online at http://www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please.

    PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

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