Job Description

Title: Communication Officer-Consultant

Company Name: U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention

Vacancy: --

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Experience:
∎ At least 5 years

Published: 31 Dec 2024

Education:
∎ A university degree (bachelor’s) in a relevant field (such as communications, journalism, political or international relations or health communications).
∎ Desirable: Formal qualification in public health. Courses in communication techniques and/or graphic design, visual language in the use of social media. Training in risk communication.
∎ A university degree (bachelor’s) in a relevant field (such as communications, journalism, political or international relations or health communications).
∎ Desirable: Formal qualification in public health. Courses in communication techniques and/or graphic design, visual language in the use of social media. Training in risk communication.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ A minimum of five years of work experience relevant to the position (overseeing and delivering communications services and products).
∎ Desirable: Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained in an international context
∎ Thorough understanding of public health and international development issues
∎ Strong writing, editing, and content production skills.
∎ Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics.
∎ Ability to tailor technical content for different audiences.
∎ Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.
∎ Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
∎ Adaptability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
∎ Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
∎ Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook, etc). Daily use of internet/email communications.
∎ Experience
∎ A minimum of five years of work experience relevant to the position (overseeing and delivering communications services and products).
∎ Desirable: Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained in an international context
∎ Skills and attributes:
∎ Thorough understanding of public health and international development issues
∎ Strong writing, editing, and content production skills.
∎ Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics.
∎ Ability to tailor technical content for different audiences.
∎ Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.
∎ Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
∎ Adaptability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
∎ Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
∎ Other Skills
∎ Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook, etc). Daily use of internet/email communications.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization that sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed, and consumed worldwide. USP’s drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration, and these standards are used in more than 140 countries. USP’s focus on global public health extends to lower and middle-income countries with work in over 20 countries through donor-funded programs. Our programs are focused on building the capacity of regulatory authorities and manufacturers in ensuring patient access to quality-assured essential medicines by providing: 1) technical assistance to manufacturers to increase the supply of quality-assured priority medicines for malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), and maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) products; and 2) capacity-building activities to regulatory authorities to fulfill their function in ensuring the supply of quality-assured medical products. USP was awarded the Promoting the Quality of Medicines Plus (PQM+) program, a USAID-funded global program designed to sustainably strengthen medical product quality assurance systems in low-and-middle income countries, including Bangladesh. PQM+ is currently seeking a communication officer-consultant to support the implementation of the program in Bangladesh.
∎ The incumbent will work to ensure the implementation of the PQM+ program’s communication strategies in support of its program and objectives in the context of the USP-Bangladesh strategic direction at the country level. This will serve to promote and increase knowledge about the work and achievements of the PQM+ program at the country level and the visibility of USP-Bangladesh.
∎ Execute the established communication strategy to advance advocacy and awareness of the PQM+ program’s objectives and achievements.
∎ Collaborate with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party-Technical, Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, and HQ communication focal points to ensure seamless implementation of communication plans.
∎ Identify success stories and create communication materials, including reports, brochures, infographics, and digital content.
∎ Ensure that technical information is presented in an accessible and engaging manner for diverse audiences.
∎ In coordination with the technical team, develop all close-out documentation, including the final country report, highlighting program achievements, lessons learned, and recommendations.
∎ Manage social media platforms and digital content to enhance the program’s online presence and visibility.
∎ Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, and coordinate media events to amplify program achievements as required.
∎ Develop communication materials tailored to stakeholders such as donors, partners, and beneficiaries.
∎ Organize events, campaigns, and initiatives to engage stakeholders and showcase the program’s impact.
∎ Implementation of the communication strategy in relation to program targets and achievements. This will include monthly updates and progress reports on the tasks accomplished. A final report at the end of the consultancy will be considered as final report
∎ High-quality communication products, such as success stories, reports, brochures, and digital content as required by the program.
∎ Comprehensive close-out documentation, including the final country report.
∎ Social media campaigns.
∎ Stakeholder engagement materials and organized events.
∎ From initiation till June 25th, 2025. Maximum allowable 20 days/month but total not more than 120 days.
∎ About USP
∎ The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization that sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed, and consumed worldwide. USP’s drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration, and these standards are used in more than 140 countries. USP’s focus on global public health extends to lower and middle-income countries with work in over 20 countries through donor-funded programs. Our programs are focused on building the capacity of regulatory authorities and manufacturers in ensuring patient access to quality-assured essential medicines by providing: 1) technical assistance to manufacturers to increase the supply of quality-assured priority medicines for malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), and maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) products; and 2) capacity-building activities to regulatory authorities to fulfill their function in ensuring the supply of quality-assured medical products. USP was awarded the Promoting the Quality of Medicines Plus (PQM+) program, a USAID-funded global program designed to sustainably strengthen medical product quality assurance systems in low-and-middle income countries, including Bangladesh. PQM+ is currently seeking a communication officer-consultant to support the implementation of the program in Bangladesh.
∎ Objectives of the assignment
∎ The incumbent will work to ensure the implementation of the PQM+ program’s communication strategies in support of its program and objectives in the context of the USP-Bangladesh strategic direction at the country level. This will serve to promote and increase knowledge about the work and achievements of the PQM+ program at the country level and the visibility of USP-Bangladesh.
∎ DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
∎ The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the PQM+ program in Bangladesh.
∎ Communication Strategy Implementation
∎ Execute the established communication strategy to advance advocacy and awareness of the PQM+ program’s objectives and achievements.
∎ Collaborate with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party-Technical, Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, and HQ communication focal points to ensure seamless implementation of communication plans.
∎ Content Development
∎ Identify success stories and create communication materials, including reports, brochures, infographics, and digital content.
∎ Ensure that technical information is presented in an accessible and engaging manner for diverse audiences.
∎ Close-Out Documentation
∎ In coordination with the technical team, develop all close-out documentation, including the final country report, highlighting program achievements, lessons learned, and recommendations.
∎ Digital and Media Engagement
∎ Manage social media platforms and digital content to enhance the program’s online presence and visibility.
∎ Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, and coordinate media events to amplify program achievements as required.
∎ Stakeholder Engagement
∎ Develop communication materials tailored to stakeholders such as donors, partners, and beneficiaries.
∎ Organize events, campaigns, and initiatives to engage stakeholders and showcase the program’s impact.
∎ Deliverables:
∎ Implementation of the communication strategy in relation to program targets and achievements. This will include monthly updates and progress reports on the tasks accomplished. A final report at the end of the consultancy will be considered as final report
∎ High-quality communication products, such as success stories, reports, brochures, and digital content as required by the program.
∎ Comprehensive close-out documentation, including the final country report.
∎ Social media campaigns.
∎ Stakeholder engagement materials and organized events.
∎ Period of Performance:
∎ From initiation till June 25th, 2025. Maximum allowable 20 days/month but total not more than 120 days.

Skills & Expertise:

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Read Before Apply:

Required Document to Submit:

• An updated CV with cover letter, and at least three (3) references

• Expected daily rate to deliver the scope of work (SOW) excluding travel cost. The travel cost will be reimbursed by PQM+.

Legal documents: Valid Business Identification Number (BIN) and Proof of Submission Return (PSR).

Apply Instruction: Application Send to: bdprocurement@usp.org. We only accept the electronic application.

Payment Terms: Payment will be made in the next 30 days after submission of invoice and monthly progress report/assigned deliverables confirmation. VAT will be added and TAX will be deducted as per the government policy.

Apply Procedure:

Email your CV:
∎ Send your CV to the given email bdprocurement@usp.org or Email your CV from My Bdjobs account

Company Information:
∎ U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention
∎ Flat # A/2 (2nd floor), House # 11/A, Road # 50, Block # NW(J), Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212.
∎ The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization founded in 1820. It sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed and consumed worldwide. USP?s drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration, and these standards are used in more than 140 countries.

Address::
∎ Flat # A/2 (2nd floor), House # 11/A, Road # 50, Block # NW(J), Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212.
∎ The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization founded in 1820. It sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed and consumed worldwide. USP?s drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration, and these standards are used in more than 140 countries.

Application Deadline: 13 Jan 2025

Category: NGO/Development