Niger: Chief Communication for Development, P-4, Niamey, Niger
Country: Niger
Closing date: 26 Sep 2013
Purpose of the Position:
Under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative, and in close coordination with the Communication Specialist, responsible for the design, management, execution, monitoring and evaluation of a behaviour change and social mobilization strategy in support of the country programme.
Key Expected Results:
In collaboration with UNICEF and government programme officers, designs and manages/facilitates the implementation of communication plans of action aiming at: (a) behaviour development/change at the individual/household levels; (b) social mobilization of civil society organizations; and (c) increased community participation in development programmes.
Monitors and evaluates activities on the basis of applied communication research and frequent visits to project sites. Disseminates communication research finds, ensures exchanges of experience and new methods to government officials, programme staff and other UNICEF partners.
In collaboration with partners, organizes/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.
Develops partnerships with 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 country programme.
Develops training materials and activities to build capacity in participatory & behaviour communication at various government levels in support of programme sustainability.
Provides technical support to government counterparts in the development and appropriate use of communication for social development, aimed at both individual behaviour change and collective actions.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate:
Advanced university degree in the social/behavoural sciences, (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education) with emphasis on participatory communication, communication planning, social mobilization, participatory research, training and impact evaluation of communication interventions.
Eight years of relevant work experience in the planning and management of social development programmes, including four years in developing countries, with practical experience in the adaptation and application of communication planning processes to specific programmes.
Fluency in French and in English.
Competencies of Successful Candidate:
Has highest-level communication skills, including engaging and informative formal public speaking
Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment
Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget
Has high-level leadership and supervisory skills; provides others with a clear direction; motivates and empowers others; recruits staff of a high caliber; provides staff with development opportunities and coaching
Sets, develops and revises organizational strategy and develops clear visions of the organization’s future potential
Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources
Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups. Actively nurtures good relationships with people across all organizational levels and boundaries, and with government leaders and stakeholders
Negotiates effectively with people inside and outside the organization by adopting a range of approaches
Anticipates and actively monitors long term local and global developments, constantly seeking new opportunities for advancing UNICEF`s mission
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation. If you want a challenging career while improving the lives of children around the world UNICEF, the leading children’s rights organization, would like to hear from you. Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies. Applications must be received by 26 September, 2013.
Vacancy position link:
https://careers.unicef.org/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PA...Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted. In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
