Ghana National Household Registry is recruiting Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the following position: Communication Specialist

Job Summary:

•   The main responsibility of the Communication Specialist is to develop and implement strategies to communicate and promote the objectives and goals of the GNHR.
•   The Specialist should also develop and implement strategies to raise awareness of the process of gathering information in the field and invite households to participate in the targeting process.
•   Key tasks include facilitating positive media and publicity

Key Responsibilities:

The Communications Specialist will perform the following duties:

•   Oversee/supervise the design and production of a National Public Information Campaign, and associated materials (advertisement, radio and TV infomercials, etc.).
•   Lead the preparation of a national communication plan for the National Targeting Process.
•   Establish the guidelines for the design and oversee/supervise the production of the printed materials (such as posters and brochures) for the local Public Information Campaign to be used by Partners Organizations in the field.
•   Supply of posters and brochures to the Partner Organizations for distribution in target districts/regions .
•   Supervise of the implementation of the Public Information Campaign at the Regional and District level.
•   Collaborate with all stakeholders to develop and implement a good internal and external communication strategy.
•   Compile data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of monitoring issues related to the GNHR.
•   Coordinate media relations and public relations for the purpose of assisting as district liaison with various community groups and individuals and advising staff on public relations implications.
•   Develop and maintain strategic networks of people and institutions to disseminate GNHR-related news and information.
•   Maintain information updates for the GNHR and MoGCSP website, for the benefit of other Social Protection programmes.
•   Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, the MIS specialist, the Operations and Logistics Specialist of the GNHR and the Communications Unit of the MoGCSP in monitoring communication activities.
•   Undertake any other related assignments by the GNHR Coordinator

Reporting Responsibility:

•   In the discharge of his/her duties, Communications Specialist will report to the National Coordinator.
•   He/she will prepare and submit quarterly reports to National Coordinator.

Duration Of Assignment:

•   The Contract will last for one (1 ) year initially, but renewable for a second year subject to satisfactory performance.
•   It is anticipated that the position will commence in June 2016.

Qualification Required & Experience

The minimum requirements for the position are as follows:

•   At least Master's degree in public relations, journalism, communication, or marketing or any relevant field.     .
•   A minimum of five (5) years professional experience, ideally with some experience with social protection programmes.
•   Excellent communication skills, particularly in dealing with multiple Ghanaian languages.
•   Ability to handle multiple projects under time and resource pressure.
•   Be detail and results-oriented, and have strong knowledge of budget processes and evaluation of outcomes analysis
•   Comprehensive knowledge of media operations and expertise in the field of public relations and release of information for publication.
•   Proven ability to develop communication strategies related to organizational policies in collaboration with a diverse team.
•   Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of theories, principles and practices of communication as they relate to public information services.
•   Knowledge of the latest advances in effective use of digital and social media for effective corporate communicating, including (ideally) online communities, search engine optimization and other digital tools.
•   The applicant should be a solutions-oriented person with excellent
•   Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
•   Demonstrated ability to build, manage and work in a team and work under pressure,
•   National/international experience in Social Protection is an advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested applicants must submit a detailed curriculum vitae to the address below:

National Coordinator, National Targeting Unit
Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection
P. O. Box MBO,
Ministries, Accra, Ghana

Email: info@gnhr.gov.gh

Closing Date: 13 May, 2016