Demand Creation Assistant

Demand Creation Assistant -(2307871)Grade:No gradeContractual Arrangement:Special Services Agreement (SSA)Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days):4 Months

Job Posting

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Closing Date

:Aug 31, 2023, 5:59:00 PM

Primary Location

:Nigeria-Abuja

Organization

:AF_NGA Nigeria

Schedule

:Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

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Demand Creation Assistant for COVID-19 Vaccination in Vulnerable Populations

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations, including low-income communities, elderly individuals, and those with underlying health conditions. To address this disparity, a demand creation assistant is needed to support the Demand Creation / Communication Officer in developing and implementing strategies to increase vaccination rates among vulnerable populations.

Objective: The demand creation assistant will be responsible for supporting the Demand Creation / Communication Officer in developing and implementing a comprehensive demand creation strategy to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

Support the development of a demand creation plan: The demand creation assistant will work with the Demand Creation / Communication Officer to develop a demand creation plan that includes strategies to increase awareness and promote the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination among vulnerable populations.

Assist with community outreach: The demand creation assistant will assist with community outreach and engagement efforts with vulnerable populations.

Support the development and implementation of communication strategies: The demand creation assistant will support the development and implementation of communication strategies that promote COVID-19 vaccination, including social media campaigns, targeted messaging, and public relations efforts.

Assist with education and awareness campaigns: The demand creation assistant will assist with developing and implementing education and awareness campaigns that address the concerns and questions of vulnerable populations related to the COVID-19 vaccine.

Support the development and implementation of partnerships: The demand creation assistant will assist with establishing partnerships with healthcare providers, pharmacies, and other organizations to increase access to the COVID-19 vaccine for vulnerable populations.

Assist with monitoring and evaluation: The demand creation assistant will assist with monitoring and evaluating the impact of demand creation efforts and help adjust strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

Essential: Completion of secondary school, 

Desirable: Bachelor's degree in public health, communications, or related field will be an asset

5 years of experience in community outreach, demand creation, or related field

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience working with vulnerable population

Knowledge of public health and vaccine-related issues

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment