Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Technical Advisor I

Country:
Jordan
City:
Amman
Req ID:
4027

Description
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Social and Behavior Change Communication Technical Advisor I, Jordan Health Policy, Advocacy and Communication Program inJordan. This position will be based in Amman, Jordan.

Position Description:
Provides social and behavior change communication (SBCC) technical assistance to a USAID-funded, 5-year, multi-million dollar program in Jordan. Availability of the position is contingent upon issuance of a USAID Request for Applications (RFA)/Request for proposals (RFP), and selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provides technical oversight and assistance to the project in the areas of social and behavior change communication (SBCC), capacity strengthening, community mobilization, and advocacy.
  • Ensures SBCC efforts are evidence-based, community-driven and in line with provisions of the award.
  • Leads and contributes to the development of SBCC strategies for a variety of focal audiences.
  • Leads and contributes to the planning, design, and implementation of SBCC activities at community and institutional levels.
  • Develops and tests materials, working with, and providing technical direction to, creative agencies.
  • Designs, drafts, tests, finalizes, places, and monitors mass and other media in support of program activities.
  • Develops and improves upon tailored training curricula for a variety of focal groups and implementation of cascade trainings with partners.
  • Serves as a technical resource in SBCC for staff, partners/grantees/subcontractors. Provides training, support, and direction to strengthen approaches, materials, and activities.
  • Oversees and provides technical support toward the process of documentation of best practices and develops and distributes case studies and project briefs to highlight SBCC activities.
  • Drives and provides assistance toward the development of project deliverables, work plans, and reports.
Minimum Requirements: 
  • Masters degree or PhD preferred, or its international equivalent in International Communication, Social and Behavior Change Communication; Social Marketing; Public Health, Health Communication; Health Promotion; or Social Sciences.;
  • Minimum10+ years relevant experience in designing and managing health communication campaigns and activities; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Experience and knowledge of family planning programs mandatory;
  • Experience working in a USAID or other donor-funded project A solid understanding and appreciation of USAID and USAID project processes, procedures, rules and regulations;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Strong intercultural supervisory and team building skills and experience;
  • Ability to work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow;
  • Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).
  • Knowledge of Arabic  as well as Jordan experience a plus

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.


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