OSC is seeking
locally resident BCC Specialists for a project in Malawi. BCC Specialists will
provide technical assistance in planning, developing, and implementation of
health and climate change-related BCC activities for a government contract in
Malawi. BCC specialists should be experienced in developing BCC strategies
related to issues of climate change and the environment. BCC Specialists will
develop media and community mobilization strategies, ensure co
hesion and
integration of BCC objectives into all project interventions, participate in
strategic and operational planning, collect and analyze data from BCC
activities, and coordinate with regional and central offices in the
implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of BCC activities.
Qualifications:
- Residence
and ability to work in Malawi required - Fluency
in both English and at least one local language (e.g. Chewa, Lomwe, etc.)
strongly preferred - Degree
in a relevant area, such as communications, sociology, anthropology, or
related fields with experience in BCC and program management experience in
the field of Climate Change and environmental awareness - Minimum
5 years professional experience designing and implementing comprehensive,
research-driven BCC campaigns - Professional
experience in creating communications campaigns related to climate change,
environmental awareness, food security, and other related issues - Experience
working in collaboration with NGOs and international donors such as USAID - Experience
in facilitation and training, and coaching/mentoring - Excellent
writing, editing, and interpersonal communications skills - Proficiency
in computer Microsoft Office Suite (World, Excel, and PowerPoint) required - Proficiency
in graphic design, audio, or video edit software preferred
Established in 1992,
OSC (www.oscltd.com) provides strategic
communications support for development missions in challenging environments
around the world. Using research-based strategies, OSC provides qualitative and
quantitative research, technical assistance, and advisory services to donor
agencies, governments, private institutions, and civil society organizations,
building institutional communications capacity in a multitude of sectors and
subject areas.
For consideration,
please email aweinstein@oscltd.com providing your resume/CV and cover letter
using the subject line: “Climate Change BCC Specialist – Malawi”. OSC
is committed to recruiting, employing, promoting, and retaining the best-qualified
individuals without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national
origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
