IEC Materials Development at Marie Stopes International (MSION)

Marie Stopes International (MSION), is a results-orientated Social Business, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to provide reproductive health care and allied services. MSION's goal is to meet the needs of underserved Nigerians and dramatically improve access and use of a range of reproductive health services. MSION is part of Marie Stopes International's Global Partnership which is in over 42 countries worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IEC Materials Development - Consultant

Job ID: #1807404
Location: Abuja
Reporting to: SBCC Advisor
Duration of contract: 30 days
Probationary period: N/A

Key Duties in relation to the Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Director operations, the consultant will assist in reviewing all communication materials in line with the current market segmentation, hence increasing the visibility of MSION, its mandate and work in Nigeria, via a well-structured IEC and SBCC review and development process to:

• Coordinate a functioning network of SBCC strategist to review MSION existing IEC materials with a view to developing new ones.
• Comprehensive review of all MSION Communication Channels & Materials in light of her priority target groups (identifying the strengths & weaknesses)
• Facilitate a process of developing new communication materials & channels for different target audience based on review of current materials, available evidence on behavioural patterns of the various target audience
• Develop a communication strategy that will help improve MSION visibility within the Nigerian operating environment
• Produce IEC materials with specific reference to feature articles and human interest stories in consultation with the relevant Project managers outlining the way in which the projects are impacting or have impacted the lives WRA / Youth in their communities.
• Develop IEC materials that promote youth involvement in Advancing uptake of Family planning service in Nigeria.
• Review Youth Engagement Strategy and support SBCC Advisor to build Capacity of CMMOs to deliver on the YES.
• Pre-test the developed IEC messages.
• Design an impact monitoring plan and evaluate the success or otherwise of the pre-test
• Develop a distribution plan

Expected Deliverables:

• The expected outputs will vary once a passing deliverable is achieved, priorities will be based upon delivery.

Desired Background and Experience

• Advanced university degree in the social/behavioural sciences with emphasis on participatory communication, communication planning, social mobilization and impact evaluation of communication interventions.
• At least 10 years’ experience either working in the media, research documentation and report writing specialized in acknowledging Reproductive health.
• Knowledge of current developments and practices in communication including digital media, indigenous media, community organization and participation.
• Knowledge of the work of MSI branding is an advantage
• Ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
• Proven skills in communication, networking, advocacy and negotiation.
• Good computer skills including and various office applications.

Desirables:

• Local knowledge and understanding of cultural and socio-economic conditions in Nigeria and the different ethnic groups.

Conditions

• The contract will be temporary.
• The Consultant will work from MSION and will be provided with materials related to his/her work

Application Closing Date
Friday, 16th December, 2016.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and suitability statement as a single attachment to: [email protected] the subject of the email should be the POSITION TITLE/LOCATION and the CV/Suitability statement should be saved in the applicant’s full name.

Note

• Shortlisting will start as soon as we start receiving applications and deadline might be changed without prior notice
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• MSION is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to achieving gender balance within the organization. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.