Senior Advocacy / Behavior Change Communications Associate at a Reputable Indigenous NGO

We are a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programe in partnership with the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria. We currently require the services of resourceful, experienced and dynamic professional to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Advocacy / Behavior Change Communications Associate

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

• Incumbent will coordinate and provide technical assistance for all Advocacy & SBC activities as part of the program.
• Provide technical assistance in the design, implementation and evaluation of SBC/Community Mobilization activities.
• Coordinates the adaptation/development of IEC/media materials for the program and also work closely with the various sub-grantees to design and deliver communications interventions for behavior change to target groups.
• Provide technical support to build the capacity of local sub-grantees; work with CBOs and other staff to facilitate the transfer of skills to people living with HIV/AIDS and their families for prevention, support and care.
• Assist in the application of program evaluation results, Newsletters, maintain communication websites, and prepare reports.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• A Degree in Public Health, Behavioral Sciences, Health Communications, Health Promotion and Education, or related field (or its equivalent).
• At least 4 years' post NYSC working experience in supporting SBCC/IEC programs and health promotion and health education.
• Experience in behavioral based strategic information (SI).
• Ability to apply research to health initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative programs, networks, linkages with clients and collaborating organizations.
• Familiarity with USAID programs highly desired.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion.

Requirements

• Candidate must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, computer application and Internet / Email.
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Significant amounts of travel may be involved.
• Commitment to an understanding or organisation's vision, value and principles including rights - based /gender approaches would be expected.

Terms of Employment

• The organisation offers highly competitive salary package for this position.
• Appointment for this position will be subject to a probationary period; and local terms and conditions are applicable.

Application Closing Date
1st April, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and suitability statement as Microsoft Word attachments to: [email protected] The subject of email should be the Job Title and Location applied for and the applicant's full name, e.g Senior Advocacy / Behavior Change Communications Associate, Abuja, Ayomitide Kelvin.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.