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Communication Officer/Research Writer (MCG/IE 3)

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Organisation
Ministry of Health and Wellness
Reference
VAC-54917
Contract Type
Not Vacant
Industries
Media & Corporate Communications
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$3,501,526 per annum
Date Posted
03/12/2024
Expiry Date
17/12/2024
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

 

 

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

Link: 
https://www.caribbeanjobsonline.com/job/communication-officer-research-writer-mcg-ie-3-54917.htm
Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Other
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Required degree level: 
Other
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