Community Mobilisation And Marketing Officer at Marie Stopes International Organisation Nigeria (MSION)

Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSION) is a results-orientated Social Business, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to provide reproductive health care and allied services. MSION’s goal is to meet the needs of underserved Nigerians and dramatically improve access and use of a range of reproductive health services. MSION is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership which is in over 42 countries worldwide.

Job Title:  Community Mobilisation And Marketing Officer

Job Description

• Analysis and identification of key targets from a range of potential client groups


• Activities with agreed target groups that result in them using MSION strategic services (O/R, SF, SM, clinic)


• Reflection and reporting on impact of CMMO activities and to management with recommendations on service provision


• Analysis and identification of key targets from a range of potential client groups


• Using the geographical boundaries develop a clear list of potential target groups by segment, identifying issues that affect community to access, utilization and uptake of RH, long acting contraception and family planning services


• Identify promotion partners (eg SF owners)


• Document a database of contacts and interests to track input


• Make choices on whom to target when, why and how


• Establish and maintain relationships with the media and other networks


• List local leaders (Govt, non-government, religious etc)


• Activities with agreed target groups that result in them using MSION strategic services (Outreach, Social Franchise, Social Marketing, Clinic)

Qualifications

• 1st degree in any discipline


• Must be able to speak with authority and confidence about community attitudes and family planning. They must therefore have knowledge gained through study or equivalent professional experience on modern contraception, health services and local community organisation


• Computer literate is an advantage


• Able to communicate fluently in the local Nigerian Language


• Good understanding of the local area and ability to investigate and analyse


• Fluent in spoken and written English

Skills and Experience

• Essential to this work is demonstrated drive and creativity to find new ways of communication and engaging with potential clients across a range of market segments with specific examples of when you have found new ways to resolve a project issue.


• Demonstrated empathy in working in undeserved communities and working to impact on the lives of women


• Networking skills are essential


• Experience in managing volunteers an advantage


• Strong organizational abilities that enable you to manage your workload, follow through on objectives and meet deadlines


• Proven communications, presentation and negotiation skills. You must be able to “sell” the services that MSION offers in a way that attracts support and report clearly and without prejudice on outcomes

Location
Gombe

Closing Date: 29th September 2016

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply by email with CV and suitability statement as a single attachment to career@mariestopes.org.ng

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Community Mobilisation And Marketing Officer at Marie Stopes International Organisation Nigeria (MSION)