Communications Associate

Tracking Code: 6045

Job Description

Please submit a cover letter with your resume describing your interest in this position and how you meet the requirements. Application materials must be submitted in English.

PATH is offering an exciting opportunity for an individual with native English fluency, an advanced degree in public health, international development, communications, or journalism, and at least two years of work experience in a health-related field, to work as a Communications Associate in our Vietnam Country office in Hanoi. This position affords hands-on experience in a global health program with multiple projects. The Communications Associate will provide technical support to all project teams for internal and external communications and assist the Mekong Regional Program Director and other staff with program development activities.

Please note:  The annual salary is $25,932+ depending on experience and is paid in local currency (VND) with local benefits.  The ideal candidate will be currently based in Hanoi; however, if required, roundtrip airfare will be provided to and from post. The duration of this position is one year with the potential for a second year extension.  PATH will assist with obtaining necessary visa and work permit.

PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms—vaccines, drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations—that harness our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and passion for health equity. By mobilizing partners around the world, we take innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia to tackle their greatest health needs. Together, we deliver measurable results that disrupt the cycle of poor health. Learn more at www.path.org.

Working in Vietnam since 1980 and with a permanent office established in Hanoi in 1997, the PATH office in Vietnam is currently implementing a broad portfolio of activities on a range of health issues. This includes a number of immunization projects, as well programs in HIV prevention and TB control. . The Communications Associate’s responsibilities include:

• Assist with program development strategy, donor analysis, and technical desk research to support program development.
• Support preparation of concepts and proposals for new activities.
• Support the communications strategy for PATH’s Vietnam office that includes printed material, web-based information, and prioritization of meeting and conference presentation/attendance.
• Coordinate the development and dissemination of information about PATH’s work in Vietnam to external audiences.
• Review and update information from the PATH office in Vietnam on PATH’s internal and external websites.
• Work with project teams to prepare and/or review donor and technical reports and other documentation in English, including correspondence.
• Provide guidance to project teams on the planning and coordination of project activities and work plans, particularly activities involving a communication or advocacy component.

Required Skills

• Ability to write both technical and non-technical documents in English; strong journalism or writing training a plus (writing samples will be required of candidates considered).
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and requests and prioritize accordingly.
• Native English fluency with excellent demonstrated written and speaking skills.

Required Experience

• Advanced degree in public health, international development, communication, or journalism.
• 2 years work experience in health-related field.
• Experience working in multi-cultural environment; international travel experience a plus.
• Experience with program development and proposal preparation.
• Website development experience a plus.

PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Location: Hanoi, Vietnam
Company Location: Vietnam, Hanoi
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Apply: www.path.org