Vacancy: Media Projects Coordinator

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Job title: Media Projects Coordinator

Employing organization: Solidarity and Action Against The HIV Infection in India

(SAATHII), India

Location: Calcutta, India

Date of Issue: 15.06.2005

Closing Date: 26.06.2005

About SAATHII:

SAATHII, a non-government organization founded in 2000, works to

strengthen the capacities of individuals and organizations working on

HIV/AIDS in India through information dissemination, networking,

advocacy,technical assistance and volunteer placement services. It is known for

innovative and multi-sectoral initiatives in the HIV/AIDS field. SAATHII is

registered as a tax-exempt charitable trust with offices in Chennai (head

office) and Calcutta.

SAATHII is looking for a suitable individual for its Media Projects

Coordinator position, which requires a broad knowledge of current health sector

issues with demonstrated experience and skills in information collection, report

writing, project management and networking with different health sectors.

Job Description:

The principal role of the Media Projects Coordinator will be to:

1. Develop contents for specific websites and newsletters focusing on

HIV and other health sector issues.

2. Design templates for the newsletters.

3. Guide the website and newsletter technical teams for designing,

uploading and printing work.

4.Plan distribution of the newsletters and publicity for the

websites.

5. Develop e-forums associated with the websites and help in their

moderation.

6. Develop tools to collect feedback on the websites and newsletters.

The Media Projects Coordinator will report to the Country Director -

Programmes & Development / Calcutta Office Director, SAATHII

Required:

1. Strong journalistic skills with ability to persistently pursue

information sources, collate, edit, proof and prepare final matter for printing

/ uploading

2.High level of English and Bengali language skills suitable for web

and newsletter writing

3.Reasonable English-Bengali and vice-versa translation skills

4. Strong knowledge base and messaging skills vis-à-vis HIV/AIDS,

gender, sexual orientation, reproductive health issues.

5. At least five years of experience in either journalism or HIV/AIDS

related work in India or both.

6. A university degree at the Graduate level or higher in health,

social sciences, business administration, education or journalism.

7. Sound computer skills (including use of Internet, Microsoft Word

and DTP software).

8. Ability to work independently and as a team player in a complex,

multicultural environment, with demonstrated leadership,

communication,networking and presentation capabilities.

Preferred:

1. Managerial experience in health sector projects, including

programme design and implementation, reporting, monitoring, evaluation,

financial and human resources management.

2. Experience in working / liaising with NGOs, government agencies,

corporate bodies, bilateral and multi-lateral agencies.

3. Knowledge of web development software will be given due weight.

Salary (consolidated):

Around Rs. 15,000/- per month (commensurate with experience and

expertise). An initial one-year contract will be offered.

To apply:

Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover

letter, including the names of three referees (preferably one should be a

current or previous employer), as well as salary expectations and whether able

to join immediately or not.

Applications should be sent by courier or e-mail to the following address, and

be clearly marked “Application for Media Projects Coordinator Position”.

Contact address:

Director

Solidarity and Action Against The HIV Infection in India (SAATHII)

CD 335, Sector I, Salt Lake City, Calcutta 700 064

Phone: 033 2334 7329 / 98312 88023 (Pawan)

E-mail: saathii@...

Website: www.saathii.org

E-mail for further details: saathii@...

Closing date for applications: 26.06.2005

Subhasree Sai Raghavan

E-mail: <subhasree_raghavan@...>