Posted Date 5 hours ago(11/11/2025 4:25 AM)

Job ID

2025-7391

Location

PK-Lahore

Category

Local

Employment Status

Full-Time

Jhpiego, an international non-profit health organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University, has been a global leader in advancing maternal and child health for over 50 years across 150+ countries. Committed to preventing needless deaths and improving healthcare systems, Jhpiego partners with governments, civil society, and communities to drive evidence-based interventions.

The Communications Officer will support the design, implementation, and documentation of the project’s strategic communication and SBCC activities under Punjab Family Planning Program (PFPP) aimed at increasing awareness through Social and Behavioural Change Communication (SBCC) strategies in improving knowledge, attitudes, and practices of communities related to family planning in Punjab.

• Support the design and rollout of the project’s communication and SBCC strategy aligned with PFPP objectives and national family planning priorities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based SBCC campaigns and culturally appropriate multimedia content (TV, radio, digital).
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding compliance with World Bank and PFPP communication guidelines.
• Suppport in developing, reviewing, and editing communication products including success stories, press releases, newsletters, and social media content.
• Suppport in managing digital platforms and enhance online visibility and engagement through regular content updates and analytics tracking.
• Document project milestones, lessons learned, and best practices for internal and external dissemination.
• Coordinate with M&E and technical teams to translate data and outcomes into accessible communication materials.
• Liaise with government (PFPP) counterparts, partners, and media agencies to ensure harmonized messaging and visibility at national and provincial levels.
• Support planning and execution of advocacy and community outreach events, ensuring effective branding and documentation.
• Monitor communication activities and provide inputs for adaptive learning and continuous improvement.

• Master’s degree in Communications, Development Studies, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in development communications or SBCC, preferably within health programs in Punjab.
• Proven experience in content development, campaign management, and media engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Urdu; regional language proficiency is a plus.
• Familiarity with digital communication tools, social media analytics, and basic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite).
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills.
• Creative storytelling and message framing abilities.
• Sensitivity to gender, cultural, and social norms in communication design.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outputs.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and note that the successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. The position will be closed for further applications once it is successfully filled. We will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience. Thank you for your interest in joining our team.

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Failure to follow the instructions of applying, your application would be denied.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

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