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About FilmAid:
Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power
of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a
compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid
uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’
attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well -being.
Working with other relief agencies and
community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops
appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. People of concern
participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces
are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. In this
way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally
relevant messaging. Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films
support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and
concerns of beneficiary communities. FilmAid also seeks to experiment with
other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals.
FilmAid is looking to recruit an Outreach
Assistant with the general objective of their posting is to provide program
implementation support to FilmAid outreach teams in the field programs in
Kakuma.
Key responsibilities:
- Generate weekly dissemination plan from the monthly plans, specifying dates, venues and focal persons.
- Using various films produced by FilmAid to educate the community on issues of interest through conducting and facilitating outreach activities that will include daytime screenings, video based trainings and mass audience screenings.
- Work with the team leaders to develop dissemination plans and mobilizing audiences in the respective zones in the refugee community, to actively participate in FilmAid screenings and outreach activities.
- Share daily and weekly reports and data on all screenings conducted in respective zones with the Team leaders.
- Training and facilitating video based trainings sessions on topical issues of interest to the community.
- Translate / interpret film messages and other materials for any FilmAid activities as requested.
- Assist in conducting focus group discussions to assess message uptake during the implementation of outreach activities.
- Assist in filling in of Pre and Post test knowledge assessment tools during and after each screening. • Attend community based meetings when called upon to do so and any other duties as requested by management
- Work with FilmAid staff to ensure that the objectives of FilmAid outreach are met.
- Be familiar with both FilmAid and the Kenya Codes of conduct.
Requirements:
- Must be of Kenyan nationality OR Must be eligible to work in Kenya.
- Must speak fluent Turkana language.
- Must be from the host community.
- Diploma/ certificate in community development.
- At least 2 years experience in a humanitarian organization or in humanitarian sector.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
- Proper understanding of refugee and host community dynamics.
- Possess a certificate of good conduct.
- Basic computer word processing skills.
- Respects cultural diversity.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision and with strict timelines.
- Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area.
- Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational and multitasking skills.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
How to apply:
Please email applications with only cover
letter, CV and 3 references to: jobskenya@filmaid.org by
23rd August 2013 addressed to the HR Officer, FilmAid Kenya, P.O BOX
21751-00505, Nairobi.
Note that you can also submit your applications
in a sealed envelope and drop of at the Kakuma Main Office (compound I)
addressed to; The Administration Officer FilmAid Kenya - Kakuma Field Office
P.O Box 21751-00505 Nairobi.
Note that applicants who send letters of
references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will
be automatically disqualified.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
