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• Write,
  edit, and, at times, oversee the design of project materials, including
  project reports, success stories, monthly update articles, and blog posts
• Work
  closely with URC headquarters in the United States to develop and maintain
  the project documentation plan
• Identify
  topics for documentation, collect information through interviews and
  on-the-ground research and observation, and determine appropriate mediums
  for documentation and dissemination
• Ensure
  that project print and online materials are consistent with donor branding
  guidelines
• Manage
  the content on the USAID/SUSTAIN webpage: develop and review the content,
  assist in the identification of relevant topic areas, and collect and
  disseminate best practices
• Regularly
  monitor relevant media coverage, take photos and video, and maintain a
  photo and video library and supporting photo/video release documentation
• Offer
  technical support to the COP when needed, including handling communication
  to supported hospitals, MOH, Partners and presenting project work at
  high-level meetings and conferences

• The
  ideal candidate for the USAID SUSTAIN Communication Specialist job
  opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication,
  journalism and any related qualification.
• Possession
  of a Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field will be an added
  advantage
• A
  minimum of five years’ experience in health communication
• Previous
  experience working with USG funded projects will be an added advantage
• Prior
  exposure and experience in program planning, implementation and reporting.
• Excellent
  writing, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Computer
  literacy including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), and
  ability to use internet.
• Ability
  to express self and communicate to others very clearly in English language

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