Closing date: 23 Jun 2017
https://tl-int.vcdp.who.int/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=1701165&tz=GMT%2B02%3A00
The incumbent will act as the focal point for risk communication; overseeing that risk communications principles and practices are integrated into and implemented in all phases of the incident management cycle, that partners are coordinated, that high quality risk communications products and are developed and disseminated proactively and that people’s fears, concerns, misinformation and false rumours are proactively tracked and addressed.
Essential Requirements:
Advanced university degree (Master’s level or above) in social sciences, behavioural sciences, development sciences, communications or public health from an accredited/recognized institute.
At least seven years of related experience, at the national and international levels, in risk communication, health promotion, emergency management, part of which working in disease outbreaks or health emergencies. Proven experience in in the development and implementation of risk communications strategies and plans.
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