Project Documentalist and Communication Officer CBHS

Reports To: Project Manager
Project End Date: One year and it is renewable.

Job Purpose;
Supporting Community Based HIV Services (CBHS) and OVC program through identifying, capturing and documenting innovative approaches and best practices for the purposes of disseminating and sharing experiences to promote replication /or scaling-up with different communities.

Tasks and specific duties, Responsibilities and Accountability
Coordinates the development of an integrated publicity and documentation strategy aligned to the Society strategic plan.
Coordinates the development of information and publicity concerning Health programs to maintain favourable public and stakeholder perceptions of the Society
Work closely with Health team to plans and develops information and publicity materials and implements activities designed to improve understanding and acceptance of the Society policies, objectives, strategies and humanitarian services.
In collaboration with Health team, support in developing IEC materials
Work closely with regional and district coordinators in Identifying, capturing and documenting innovative approaches and best practices for the purposes of disseminating and sharing experiences to promote replication /or scaling-up with different communities.
Develop story and events from the field and share with National society PR for publicity in the TRCS web site
Organizes conferences, workshops, special events and presentations for information purposes.
Oversees effective implementation of the Society public relations and communication policy.
Provides support to program officers in Regions and Branches by strengthening their capacity to document and provide progress reports of key programs and activities in line with TRCS policies and donor requirements.
Strengthens collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, particularly government agencies, development partners, NGO and private sector organizations to ensure smooth implementation of humanitarian relief program
Assists in preparing organizational documents such as annual reports, corporate profiles and submissions.
Perform any other duties as may be required by the TRCS Management.

Basic Requirements
B/Degree Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or any other related field ( experience in health activities is added advantage )
Experience of working with the media
Minimum 3-5 years field experience in working with either of the following; Government- Ministry of Health), Faith Based Organizations (FBO), NGOs, CBOs and Media consultancy firms
Experience Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a good team player
Willingness to travel
Excellent editorial skills
Ability to work well under pressure, effectively, independently and across cultural environments; must be able to meet strict deadlines
Fluency in English and Kiswahili are essential

Key Competencies
Team leadership, teamwork, coordination and management.
Demonstrated experience implementing projects through partner organizations and collaboration with academia, stakeholders and Local government for program quality.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and achieve results through teams and collaboration.
Knowledge of using both still and moving cameras
Knowledge of adobe programs like Photoshop, premiere, and in design

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested candidates should send complete application (Cover letter, CV, contact information, 3 referees and copies of College/university level certificates and transcripts) and cleared marked on the envelope POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING) either via Post Office or by hand or by EMS or DHL, Written CBHS/BSP Jobs/ 2014, addressed;

To The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Dar es Salaam.

ATT; Tabu Mkwawa
Health Department.