Abt Associates Recruitment for IEC Assistants x27
Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for Abt Associates Recruitment for IEC Assistants x27.
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Job Description
- Company: Abt Associates
- Location: Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
- State: Accra
- Job type: Full-Time
Job Details
Abt is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill a temporary position of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Assistant (27 positions) in the following sub-districts;
| DISTRICT | SUB-DISTRICT/OPERATIONAL SITE |
| Bunkpurugu-Napkanduri | Nakpanduri, Binde and Bunkpurugu |
| East Mamprusi | Gambaga, Langbensi, Sakogu, Nalerigu and Gbintiri |
| Gushegu | Gushegu, Galwei and Nabuli |
| Karaga | Karaga, Sandua/Zandua and Pishigu |
| Kumbungu | Kumbungu and Dalun |
| Mamprugu-Moagduri | Kubori and Yizesi |
| Tatale Sanguli | Tatale, Tatindo and Kandin-Sheini |
| West Mamprusi | Wungu, Kpasenkpe and Janga |
| Yunyoo- Nasuan | Nasuan and Yunyoo |
- Manage and coordinate IEC activities in the assigned sub-district to increase acceptance of IRS
- Spearhead the mobilization of ALL communities in the sub-district to ensure the houses are prepared for spraying and beneficiaries fully support IRS.
- Coordinate closely daily IEC and mobilization activities with the Site Manager of assigned sub-district/ operational site and District Operations Coordinator (DOC)
- Liaise with community leadership, GHS officials, District Assembly staff and communication agencies for assistance with community mobilization and IRS sensitization efforts
- Lead implementation of communication strategies and community-based outreach programs in ALL communities in the assigned sub-district BEFORE the spray campaign.
- Supervise and coordinate activities of IEC Mobilizers in the sub-district during the implementation of IRS.
- Facilitate trainings for IEC Mobilizers
- Lead the process of verification and reconciliation of community mobilizer days worked.
- Provide weekly reports on completed activities to the DOC and IEC Manager
- Perform other duties as assigned by the DOC and IEC Manager.
Required Skills or Experience
- Minimum of a Diploma in community development studies, communication or relevant field with at least two (2) years relevant working experience.
- Additional training in participatory approaches and community mobilization is preferable.
- VERY GOOD knowledge and understanding of the geographical layout (especially of the chosen sub-district) is key to this position.
- Previous experience working with communities and local leaders, sensitizing and mobilizing communities is essential to this role.
- Strong organizational, reporting and management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Strong computer skills
- Proficiency in English and one or more of northern Ghanaian languages (Mampruli, Dagbani, Moar, Basara and Kokomba dialects) is required.
- Previous work on IRS activities will be an advantage.
- Being a native/ resident in any of the sub-districts will be an advantage.
- MUST be able to ride a motorcycle and MUST HAVE a valid motorcycle driver’s license.
How to Apply
Select TWO sub-districts where you wish to be considered and state them in your application letter. Application letters without TWO specific sub-districts stated will not be considered. Submit your application letter and CV using one of the following methods:
- Deliver application by hand to the Abt/PMI VectorLink Project office located near VSO office of the SSNIT Road Junction Kalpohine Estates, Tamale.
- Submit the application to the security guards at the district or sub-district office of the PMI VectorLink Project in the aforementioned sites/ sub-districts.
Email application to the following address: [email protected] Please indicate the position and preferred sub-districts in the subject line of the email. Emails without this information will not be considered. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY 12:00 (NOON) 13th December 2019
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Females are particularly encouraged to apply!
