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Communication Officer/Research Writer (MCG/IE 3) – (Not Vacant)

Salary$ 3,501,526 per annum

JOB PURPOSE

Under the general direction of the Director, Health Promotion and Education, the incumbent has specific responsibility for preparation, research and development of health promotion/education materials.

KEY OUTPUT

  • Posters, leaflets and other Information, Education & Communication ( IEC) prepared
  • Research conducted
  • Newsletter and other articles prepared

Key responsibility areas INCLUDES:

  • Prepares health promotion/education materials e.g. posters leaflets etc. by researching data, using the library, contacting appropriate specialists and developing contacts in specific fields such as family life, family planning and school health. 
  • Collaborates with the Health Promotion Officers in determining priority areas for research relating to the promotion of healthier lifestyles. Conducts research as required. 
  • Provides consultation in selection and development of visual aids. 
  • Assists in the evaluation of the health promotion / education materials by preparing and analyzing data. 
  • Assists in conducting training for outside agencies in communications principles and techniques. 
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director Health Promotion and Education.

 

Minimum Required Education and Experience  

  • Bachelor Degree in Mass Communications, Arts, social Sciences or equivalent 

plus

  • At least three (3) years working experience in a related field

or

  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience

 

Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Friday, September 6, 2024 to:

Senior Director

Human Resource Management & Development

Ministry of Health & Wellness

40 Knutsford Boulevard

Kingston 5

                                                                                                                                                                                 jobs@moh.gov.jm

The Ministry of Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.