About US:
The International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs, ICAP at Columbia University is an international non-profit organization that aims to ensure the wellness of families and communities by strengthening health systems around the world.
About US CDC PHIA:
ICAP is working in partnership with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIA) in specific PEPFAR-supported countries. Each PHIA will define the status of the national HIV epidemic, guide allocation of resources based on evidence, and integrate capacity building of country stakeholders in the design, conduct, analysis, and use of PHIAs.
Job Summary: The Communications Officer will be tasked with the development of content for and ensure the implementation of the PHIA Communications Strategy.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate and ensure implementation of project and survey communication strategy,, including communications at national, provincial, district and community levels including community mobilization.
The incumbent will adapt PHIA messages to the local context; polish and translate messages into local languages
Ensure compliance with established branding strategy, correct logo placement, and donor and partner recognition on all communications.
Work closely with local stakeholders to develop, write, lay out, produce and distribute a range of key communications materials, including but not limited to: briefs to policy makers and national and provincial leaders, brochures for participant recruitment, radio spots, banners and posters, survey team t-shirts.
Lead an effective media engagement strategy, including writing and distributing press-releases, feature articles, opinion pieces, and similar materials.
Work in liaison with ICAP Communications, CDC and MOH, respond as needed and appropriate to any publicity relating to the PHIA.
Regularly inform and coordinate community mobilization activities by working with the local survey implementing partner and other local stakeholders to:
Develop SOPs and tools for community entry procedures, community level sensitization, survey team feedback and responses to community reactions
Manage and respond to community level reactions
Ensure implementation of community entry procedures and community sensitization via local institutions
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should preferably hold a First Degree in Communications and/or health related field
At least three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in health related communications
Excellent writing ability, strong interpersonal, group facilitation and oral presentation skills
Broad working knowledge of Ugandan context and cultures in urban and rural areas
Excellent knowledge of local media and local sensitivities
Significant experience in leading communications for a public health program or campaign
Computer literacy i.e. proficiency in relevant software packages
Working knowledge of the operational and programmatic rules and regulations for recipients of United States Government funding preferred
Fluency in English required
Fluency in local languages preferred
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and experienced candidates should submit their applications, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter to: icap-jobs-Uganda@columbia.edu
Please clearly indicate position being applied for in the subject line and do not attach certificates
Deadline: 24th February 2016