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Communication Officer/Research Writer (MCG/IE 3) – (Vacant)

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.
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• 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, October 12, 2022 to:

 

Director

Human Resource Management & Development

Ministry of Health & Wellness

Kingston 10

jobs@moh.gov.jm

 

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