OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The MoH is the main organization to ensure provision of quality and comprehensive health care services to the people of Myanmar, which includes health promotion and the communication of health-related information.WHO Myanmar Country Office implements the country cooperation strategy for Myanmar with the government, which is aligned with the national priorities, regional flagships and the Global Plan of Work of WHO. Strengthened leadership, governance and advocacy for health is a key outcome under GPW 13. This will be enhanced through strategic communications. Communication Supports Officer takes the lead in implementing the WCO Communications strategy and development of key outputs to support the achievement of WCO objectives

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.Support the implementation of communication strategies and plans to raise awareness of the programmes and achievement of WHO at country level, in coordinator with the regional and/or headquarters communication focal points.Support the implementation of WHO corporate (global and regional) communication strategy.Identify marketable subjects/success stories, and supports the development of communications and advocacy products including for partnerships’ initiatives.Support optimal outreach and dissemination to target audiences on suitable media channels and platforms, including social media.Support the organization of media events, campaigns and media technical briefings, coordinating between media and WHO experts, as required. Build and maintain productive networks and contracts with the press/media and key, national communication counterparts to ensure positive and optimal coverage of WHO’s work.As a national of the country or territory, apply knowledge of the cultural norms of diverse national stakeholders and audiences to (i) support the development/updating of content and stakeholder linkages for the WHO country Office website and (ii) the sensitive design and delivery of effective social-media engagements.Support regular media monitoring, tracking audience/target group perceptions of the organization and propose risk-mitigation communications.Collaborate with national stakeholders, development and other strategic partners an United Nations Information Officers, to encourage the production and dissemination of information on national health strategies. Advocate for organizational priorities, and represent WHO in the United Nations Communication Group.Support specialized emergency or multi hazard risk communications, social mobilization, and advocacy plans, during public health crises, emergencies and outbreaks.Support country office leadership on strategic, external and internal communications with sensitivity to national cultural norms, where required.Coordinate and support the delivery of communication and media-sensitization training for WHO country office staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A university degree(bachelor’s) in a relevant field (such as communication, journalism, marketing, health communications, political science or international relations)
Desirable: Formal qualification in public health. Courses in communication techniques and/or graphic design and/or visual language in the use of social media. Training in risk communication.

Experience

Essential: A minimum of one year of experience relevant to the position (delivering communications services and products) at the national level.
Desirable: Knowledge of global health and national health development issues. Knowledge of video editing software Adobe Premiere/Final Cut Pro, other design software or similar are assets.

Skills

Understanding of public health and international development issues.Skills in the development and implementation of communication/media products and approaches including solid writing skillsAbility to promote the WHO brand in virtual communicates and networksAbility to develop messaging and positioning for an international organizationAbility to elicit and communicate success stories.DesirableKnowledge of WHO/ United Nations agencies programmes and practicesUnderstanding of WHO mandate and goals in the emergency incident management context.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Producing results

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Myanmar.
Desirable:

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 26,545 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements