Advocacy & Communications Specialist, Developing Midwives Project (DMP)
Job Description
Title: Advocacy & Communications Specialist, Developing Midwives Project (DMP)
Company Name: BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH)
Vacancy: Not specific
Job Location: Dhaka
Employment Status: Full-time
Educational Requirements:
∎ Master's degree from any reputed University, ideally in Mass Communication and Journalism.
Experience Requirements:
∎ 5 to 7 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ `Developing Midwives Project` (DMP) of BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (BRAC JPGSPH) of BRAC University (BRACU) envisions a healthcare system that reaches poor communities in Bangladesh`s remote locations. The vision conceptualises midwife as the key person in lessening maternal and neonatal mortality. Therefore, to develop competent and compassionate midwives, DMP launched `Diploma in Midwifery` programme in 2012 as the country`s first private-sector midwifery education. Initially funded by UK Government and now alongside BRAC, this initiative is assisted by the MPH programme of BRACU. Approved by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and accredited by Bangladesh Nursing & Midwifery Council (BNMC), BRACU`s midwifery education is being implemented in seven academic sites in the rural and urban locations of six Districts.
∎ Job profile: To showcase the midwifery programme to different stakeholders and contribute towards increasing awareness about and demand for midwives. This role is directly reportable to the Head, Midwifery Education Programme & Project Director, Developing Midwives Project.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Implement project's communication plan in order to awareness and to develop overall communications strategy for the company
∎ S/he will develop, edit and proofread communication materials like newsletters, blogs, short videos, speeches for guests, press releases and similar materials in order to promote project's products and services. Incorporate public release by digital and traditional efforts.
∎ Bring & utilize external resources to add new dimension to documentation; and contribute to quarterly/annual report working with team members;
∎ Identify & engage national/divisional/district level Midwife 'champions' and support the individual project focal points to ensure regular and focused documentation of the lessons learned;
∎ Serve as the custodian of Website, Facebook, Branding & Marketing (B&M) guidelines and ensure compliance in all project related documents;
∎ Develop media & communication materials such as; press release, talking points, ensure appropriate Branding & Marketing of important events and oversee the publication of the bi-annual bulletins ensuring quality content and layout;
∎ This person will organize special events to promote the Midwifery programme and oversee the activity to ensure quality;
∎ Identify key groups and individuals at the different agencies of the government, private sectors and the other stakeholders to ensure targeted communications/networking and advocacy;
∎ Incorporate midwifery program news in the School website and regularly update various online platforms and disseminate press/media kits, establish rapport and collaborations with the media group and press community;
∎ Ensure proper donor branding and use of stakeholders' logos in materials and ensure no violations or deviations from B&M plan qualities;
∎ Conduct other activities as and when assigned by the supervisor.
Additional Requirements:
∎ 5-7 years' experience in the area of advocacy/communications, preferably in health sector
∎ Excellent knowledge on Digital, Documentation, external Communication, Dissemination.
∎ Excellent interpersonal & communication skills both in English and Bangla.
∎ Both males and females are encouraged to apply.
Salary:
∎ Attractive salary package will be offered for truly deserving candidates.
Application Deadline: 7 Jan 2021
Company Information:
∎ 21 Dec 2020
∎ BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH)
∎ Business : The James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH) at BRAC University was established in 2004 as an international educational and research institution focusing on the integral areas of teaching, research, and services. The goal of the School is not only to impart knowledge but also to act as a centre of excellence in knowledge creation through research and training that connects with practice.
Category: NGO/Development
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Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 7th Jan 2021
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