Job offer: Communication Officer/research Writer

OrganisationMinistry of Health and WellnessReferenceVAC-54917Contract TypeNot VacantIndustriesMedia & Corporate CommunicationsLocationKingstonSalary & Benefits$3,501,526 per annumDate Posted03/12/2024Expiry Date17/12/2024Under 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

 

 

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