Name of the Posts - Communication for Development Specialist Location: Bhopal
Closing date: 28th May 2013
Purpose of the Post Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager, the incumbent works at the State and District level and takes sector specific technical guidance from the Communication for Development Section, New Delhi.
He/ She will be responsible to lead the design, management, monitoring and evaluation of strategic communication for behaviour and community-led social change communication strategies in support of the India country programme, with specific focus on the state of Madhya Pradesh.
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes Education
Master’s degree from a recognized University in the Social/Behavioural sciences (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health, Education, or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.
Additional degree or training in media and communication with experience in strategic communication planning for behaviour development/ social mobilization /advocacy/ participatory communication/ development and production of creative materials/ research, training or facilitation of communication/ impact evaluation of communication interventions is desirable.
Work Experience
At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in the design, planning and management of strategic communication programmes.
Experience and knowledge of programme communication design and implementation for behaviour and social change, social mobilization and advocacy.
Experience in inter-disciplinary approach in strategic communication with knowledge of UN and/or UNICEF’s work in humanitarian action.
c) Languages
Excellent Knowledge of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of local working language is essential.
Applications consisting of a cover letter and an up-to-date CV should be sent to nonprofitjobs@abcconsultants.net by 28th May 2013. In order to ensure that your application is sorted correctly, please clearly mention the title and location of the post in the subject line of your e-mail/application. Only applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged. These vacancies are open to Indian Nationals only.
For More Information http://www.unicef.org/india/overview_8203.htm