Communication and Community Mobilization Advisor

ICAP at Columbia University works in partnership with the Ministries of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) in Tanzania to support the implementation of high-quality comprehensive family-focused HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment services with funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through PEPFAR. A key aspect of the program is to build the capacity of the MOHSW, at the national and sub-national levels, and indigenous CBO/NGOs to manage HIV programs, including financial, administrative, program management and technical advisory skills. The organization has employed talented, dynamic individuals with strong clinical backgrounds and public health management expertise to achieve its programmatic objectives.

ICAP is currently implementing a large Combination Prevention project in Kagera and a Key Populations friendly clinic in Mwanza, as well as providing technical assistance to improve pediatric HIV testing and counseling. In 2016, ICAP will implement a household population survey (PHIA) countrywide to analyze HIV prevalence and incidence. Additionally, ICAP aims to expand and diversify its current portfolio of activities by implementing innovative strategies, incorporating and piloting new technologies and promoting scientific research that will guide Tanzania health decision makers.

JOB TITLE: Communications and community Mobilization Advisor
LOCATION: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

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.

In partnership with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ICAP will 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.

ICAP, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MoHSW) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is planning to conduct a PHIA to estimate the population-level impact of the national HIV prevention, care and treatment programs in Tanzania. In addition to providing important programmatic information to the MoH and relevant stakeholders, this assessment of the national HIV program is of great value to HIV researchers and public health experts around the world.
More details on ICAP’s PHIA Project may be found at:
http://icap.columbia.edu/news-events/detail/icap-to-lead-large-population-based-hiv-surveys-in-20-african-countries

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the PHIA Project Director, the Communications and community Mobilization Advisor will develop content for and ensure the implementation of the PHIA Communications Strategy.  The incumbent will also ensure and oversee the individual communication and linkage to care components of PHIA during implementation.

The position will be based in Dar es Salaam with extensive travel in all regions of the country. The term of employment will run through December 2016.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Coordinate and ensure implementation of project and survey communication strategy, including communications at national, provincial, district and community levels including community mobilization.
• 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 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.
• In consultation with ICAP Communications, CDC and MOH, respond as needed and appropriate to any publicity relating to the PHIA.
• Inform and coordinate community mobilization activities by working with the local survey implementing partner and other local stakeholders to:
o Develop SOPs and tools for community entry procedures, community level sensitization, survey team feedback and responses to community reactions
o Ensure implementation of community entry procedures and community sensitization via local institutions
o Manage and respond to community level reactions
• Coordinate and ensure implementation of appropriate individual communication and counseling approaches; and linkage to care of survey participants; in accordance with the nation HUV counseling and testing guidelines.

MINIMUM and PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum five (5)  years’ experience in health related communications
• Minimum five (5)  years’ experience in HIV/AIDS related program management
• Minimum First Degree in Communications, sociology and/or health related field preferred
• Excellent writing ability, strong interpersonal, group facilitation and oral presentation skills
• Excellent knowledge of Country context and cultures in urban and rural areas
• Excellent knowledge of local media and local sensitivities
• Proven experience leading communications for a public health program or campaign
• Excellent knowledge of MS Word and MS PowerPoint
• Fluency in English required
• Fluency in Swahili
• Working knowledge of the  operational and programmatic rules and regulations for recipients of United States Government funding preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in HIV counseling and testing

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
• Travel to regions where survey is being conducted at approximately 25% time.
Mode of applications:
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates should send their applications, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter to: icap-jobs-tanzania@columbia.edu. Please indicate position being applied for in the subject line and do not attach certificates. The closing date for receiving applications is September 22, 2015.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NOTE: successful candidates will be employees of ICAP in Tanzania and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.