www.bbcwst.org BBC World Service Trust Guwahati, Lucknow, Mumbai : Social Service Regional Communication Officer

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BBC World Service Trust Guwahati, Lucknow, Mumbai : Regional Communication Officers
Website: http://www.bbcwst.org
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Designation: Regional Communication Officers
Experience: 3 - 6 Years
Location: Guwahati, Lucknow, Mumbai

Job Description:
Vacancy Announcement: BBC World Service Trust-
The BBC World Service Trust wishes to hire four Regional Communication Officers to provide technical support and strategic inputs to the Government of India (GoI). These positions will be located at Bangalore (Karnataka) for the south, Mumbai (Maharashtra) for the west, Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) for the north and Guwahati (Assam) for the North-East. The Officers will work out of an organisation of the Government of India, and provide support in their respective regional area. Working closely with the Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Officers of the GoI, and under the guidance of the BBC World Service Trust, they will support the day-to-day implementation of the HIV portfolios.

Contract: 15 months fixed-term contract
Deadline for applications: 7th August,2009.
Please refer to the job description for more details. Email CV and a 1-page cover letter explaining why you should be considered for the position to: jobs@bbcwst.org . You are requested to clearly indicate the position title and location in the subject heading . Applications without the cover letter will not be considered.

BBC World Service Trust
Job Description: State Communication Officer
Role: Regional Communication Officers (4 positions available)
Term: Fixed-term contract starting as soon as possible for 15 months
Reporting to : Project Manager (HIV), BBC World Service Trust
Location: South (Bangalore), West (Mumbai), North (Lucknow) and North East (Guwahati). The officers will work in an organisation of the Government of India

Deadline (to apply): 7th August'2009
Background
The BBC World Service Trust supports the Government of India (GoI) with its strategic communication on HIV. As part of this mandate, the Trust provides technical inputs, hires expertise and implements communication interventions while building capacities within the organization for effective planning, implementation and monitoring of communication. Specifically, the Trust will be the creative agency for the GoI’s mass media communication needs on condom normalization and promotion of its STI franchises.
The BBC World Service Trust will also transfer the learnings from its past experience to the Government of India. As part of this support, the Trust will hire and train regional level staff that will provide need based technical support and strategic inputs to the Government of India. There will be one for the south, one for west, one for north and one for the North East.
Summary
The Regional Communication Officer will work closely on the day-to-day implementation of the HIV portfolio in the specific region. It will include the provision of technical support and work on specific campaigns. The Communication Officer will also offer inputs for the Trust’s national high-profile campaigns to normalise condoms and promote STI services. The role requires a strategic thinker who understands the media and development field, is diplomatic and experienced working with government, and is able to multi-task and prioritise. The State Communication Officer will be a key liaison between the Trust and the Government of India and will need to understand and prioritise how the Trust can directly and indirectly support it strategically and operationally.
Main duties and responsibilities
Strategy:
Participate in the strategic development of the IEC portfolio; e.g. by initiating new ideas on how to maximise project effectiveness.
Identify innovative ways to partner with media outlets, private sector and other key stakeholders.
Provide strategic inputs on creative and overall communication strategies.
Capacity building:
Assist in building the capacity on IEC, with an emphasis on strategic communication to implement behaviour change and mass media.
Project implementation:
Liaise and coordinate with the government officials, and the Trust to understand and respond to IEC needs.
Plan and implement IEC campaigns/outputs.
Liaise with external media agencies commissioned to support the HIV portfolio.
Prepare project progress reports and document lessons learned.
Help to develop specific IEC materials.
Support national campaigns:
Help to implement the national campaign to normalise condoms and promote STI franchises.
Provide feedback and inputs from the state to strengthen these campaigns.
Specific deliverables will be agreed upon, but may include the following:
Coordinate press relations to raise awareness of HIV.
Liaise with external media agencies commissioned to support the HIV portfolio, such as media planning and monitoring agencies.
Assist in the evaluation of the technical and financial proposals of external agencies.
Write content for websites.
Qualifications
Masters Degree/PG Diploma in Mass Communication, Development, Public Health or other relevant field from a recognised institute.
Direct experience working with mass media (news, entertainment or advertising).
Demonstrable experience working with the Government of India.
Sound knowledge of HIV-related issues.
Demonstrable interest in the potential of using media for behaviour change desirable.
Previous exposure to and understanding of audience research and the integration of research findings into creative outputs desirable.
An understanding of international development procedures and practices and commitment to international development objectives, preferably interfaced with media, desirable.
Excellent team player able to work independently on own initiative and organise time effectively and within a range of conflicting deadlines.
Good negotiating and diplomatic skills with experience of maintaining effective partnerships.
Good financial management and budgeting skills and a flawless record of financial integrity.
Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of the regional language is desirable.
High degree of competency using Windows-based computer programs.

How to apply
Email CV and a 1-page cover letter explaining why you should be considered for the position to: jobs@bbcwst.org. You are requested to clearly indicate the Position Title in the subject heading. Applications without the cover letter will not be considered. Please note that no enquiries will be entertained and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Company Profile:
BBC World Service Trust is a non-profit arm of BBC that uses media and communications to contribute to the reduction of poverty and the promotion of human rights in developing countries. The Trust works in four main programmatic areas: health, governance, learning for livelihoods and humanitarian response. An additional stream of work on the environment is also being developed. The Trust partners with civil society, local media and governments to produce creative programmes in multi-media formats that inform and engage audiences around key development issues; and strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure.

Email Address: jobs@bbcwst.org

Keywords: corporate communication, NGO, strategic co - ordinator, MR, public health, social service, strategy development, media planning

[Satyajit Saha]

CURRICULAM –VITÆ

Name SATYAJIT SAHA
Date of birth 30th July 1981
Gender Male
Marital Status Single
Religion Hindu
Nationality Indian

Address:
Permanent Address Mailing Address
S/o – Mr. Tapan Kumar Saha To- Mr. Satyajit Saha
Vill- Uttar Chirail (Sahara Complex) S/o – Mr. Tapan Kumar Saha
P.o.- Kaliyaganj, Pin: 733129 Vill- Uttar Chirail (Sahara Complex)
Dist – Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal P.o.- Kaliyaganj, Pin: 733129
Telephone Number: 03523-329323 Dist – Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal
Mobile – 09434965110 (Home) Mobile: 09332932529 ( For telephonic interview -Monday to
Friday from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm)
Email id: satyajitmsw AT rediffmail.com / satyajitmsw AT gmail.com

Educational Profile:
Name of Examination Stream Board / University Year of Passing
Secondary General C.B.S.E. 1997
Higher Secondary Commerce C.B.S.E. 1999
Graduation B.S.W. (Hons.) Visva-Bharati 2002
Post Graduation M.S.W. Visva-Bharati 2004
Labour Welfare Officer. Labour Dept. Govt.of West Bengal 2008

Field Work Experience:
Nature of Training Organising /Agency Duration
From Till
1 Orientation knowledge about the Block Office, Panchayat samity & Gram panchayat to have knowledge about different scheme running as part of decentralization process. Kaliyaganj Block Development Office.
Uttar-Dinajpur, North Bengal, W.B. 16th Oct,2000 25th Oct,2000
2 Organizing meeting with the local beneficiaries, Monitoring and Reporting for Drinking Water & Sanitation Project. (BSW Final Placement) Tagore Society for Rural Development.
Sriniketan, Birbhum, WB 1st Aug, 01 30th Mar, 02
3 Public campaign, Fund Rising and knowledge about Water Shade Management.
(MSW 1st Placement) OXFAM-INDIA Bangalore Karnataka 1st Nov, 03 30th Nov,03
4 Disaster preparedness, Management and Local Resource Utilization.
(MSW 2nd Placement) CARITAS-INDIA (Social Welfare Institution)
Raiganj, North Bengal. 1st Feb, 04 28th Feb,04
5 Counseling, Stress reducing therapy, Income generation activity and Report writing.
(MSW Block Placement) Berhampore Prabeen Sabha. Murshidabad, W.B. 15th Jul, 04 15th Sep,04
6 Market scanning, Impart Training, Placement, Reporting and Implementing the Rehabilitation Project in Targeted District of India. CAP TEEN CHANNEL,
Hyderabad Andhra Pradesh 1st Oct, 04 30th Dec,04
7 Rural setting in Tribal Community (Kaliganj, Pearsonpalli village) for 2 years, And Rural setting in Muslim community (Sattore village) for 1 year for practicing Case Work, Group Work and Community Organization.

Working Experience:

Sl. no Name of the Organisation Place of Posting Designation Job Responsibilities Duration From Till
1 National Polio Surveillance Project / WHO. Uttar & Dakshin Dinajpur, W.B. Monitor Impart Training, Monitoring the Pulse Polio Programme and linking BPHC and PHC with the District Health Dept. 3rd Jan,05 30th June,05
2 SHANTIDOOT Biharsharif, Nalanda. Bihar Project Manager Programme Planning, Implementation Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting for “STD / HIV / AIDS – Target Intervention Project” of Bihar Aids Control Society. 4th July,05 30th Dec,05
3 Institution for Plantation Agricultural & Rural Worker. Jalpaiguri, North Bengal, W.B. Project Co-Ordinator Programme Planning, Implementation Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting for “STD / HIV / AIDS - Work Place Intervention Project” of UNICEF and WBSAP&CS. 2nd Jan,06 30th June,06
4 Tata Institute of Social Work. Mumbai Jadugora Singhbhum Jharkhand Research Officer Epidemiological survey of Health status of people around Jadugora Uranium Mine, Jharkhand. 3rd July,06 30th Nov,06
5 CARE- India West Bengal Dept. of Health, Jalpaiguri & Birbhum District, WB District Consultant Facilitating and providing technical support to the district officials of Health dept., PHE dept., ICDS and PRI’s for making District Health Plan. 1st Dec,06 11th Feb,08 6 NREGS P&RD Dept. Govt. of W.B.
NREGA Cell Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur, WB Co-Ordinator (Social Audit & Grievances) Coordinating the Social Audit Programme and facilitating the Grievance Redress Mechanism for the smooth running of the scheme. 12th Feb,08 15th July,09






























Research Project: A study on the “IMPORTANCE OF IEC MATERIALS FOR
BETTER HEALTH SERVICE DELIVERY IN RELATION
TO RCH PROGRAMME” in Bolpur-Sriniketan Block.

Specialized In: * Human Resource Development in Industries & Organization.
* Human Resource Management.
Seminars & Conference: ^ Anti-Trafficking
^ Micro-Finance & Self Help Group.
^ Diversification of Rural Income.
^ HIV AIDS & Sex Worker.
^ Urbanization & Tribal Problem.
^ Growing Problems of Old Age People.

Professional Interest: * Personal Management & H.R.D.
* Mental & Physical Disability.
* Women & Child Welfare.
* Education & Health.
* HIV & AIDS.

Strength: # Hard Working.
# Good Analyzing skill.
# Having Leadership skill.
# Strong interpersonal and communication skills
# Ability to work independently and as well as in group


Computer Knowledge: Ms-Dos, have sound knowledge at exploring
and surfing websites, and working in Internet.






Language Proficiency: English, Hindi & Bengali


Pass Port: Have Valid Indian Passport.


Driving Knowledge: > Motor Cycle without & with Gear.
> Light Motor Vehicle.


Hobbies: *Swimming.
*Photography.
*Listening Soft-Music.
*Exploring Internet.
*Introducing with different
People & study their Culture.


Achievements & Extra Curricular Activities:

- Organized and acted as a leader in the flood relief activities of the students of Visva-Bharati during 1999 flood of Kopai river in the Bolpur region.
- Awarded university merit scholarship for drama during my graduation.
- Participated extensively in acting, debate, essay and other competitions at school and university level.
- Participated as a student representative from my department for the university.
- Awarded University best student in Social Photography in the year 2002
- Engaged with N.C.C. & N.S.S in the University level.
- Regular practice YOGA & PRANAYAM.
- Active Member in a local NGO working for Health Education.
- Achieved GREEN-BELT in TYKONDO Marshal Art.
- Engaged with Medha Pathkar in “KHOI BACHAO ANDALAN” in Santiniketan as part of
Community Development Programme.
- Engaged with Local Self Government, more as a Social Activist than a Social Worker.
References:
First Reference Second Reference
Name
Mr. Sekhar Sen Dr. Jayanta Upadhyay
Name of the Organisation NREGA Cell
Balurghat Collectorate Office
Dakshin Dinajpur, W,B, CARE India
45, Jhowtala Road
Kolkata- 700019, W.B.
Designation Dy.Magistrate & Dy.Collector, WBCS (EXE.) Regional Manager – INHP, Phase-III
Mobile No. 9434684167 09331842019
Telephone No. 03522- 251243 (Offi) 033-22813980 (Offi)
E-mail id dpcnrega_dd AT yahoo.co.in jupadhyay AT careindia.org
Fax: No. 03522- 251243 (Offi) 033-22814174 (Offi)

Declaration
I, hereby declare that, all the statements made, and particulars given by me in this C.V. are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

SATYAJIT SAHA

NOTE: For urgent please contact by E-Mail & Mob. No- 09332932529

[Guest]

JYOTI UPADHYAY

E-Mail-jyotiupadhyay1 AT yahoo.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To make a better career where my skills and knowledge would contribute to the success of an organization which in turn would help in my professional & personal growth.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
- M.Sc. in Mass Communication in Science and Technology from Lucknow University with specialization in print media and other course contents were PR, Advertising, Information Technology with two practical projects and French language as an additional subject.
- Diploma in Computer Applications.

EXPERIENCES
- Working in Pragya Vision Limited (A wellness and life style channel) as an Script writer.
- Worked as a P.R.(since last three years) in Horizon an N.G.O. running under the name of S.P.S. which works for the upliftment of poor children and provides education to them.
- Worked in “Nishpaksh Pratidin” and “Amar Ujala” as a reporter.
- Worked in “Tarun Mitra” (a hindi daily) for two years as a sub editor.
- A month training from “Hindustan” in editing.
- A month training from “Dainik Jagran” in editing.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
- Graduation B.Sc.(Bio) from Lucknow University 2006 with 70.81 percent.
- Intermediate from CBSE Board 2003 from RLB with 70 percent.
- High School from CBSE Board 2001 from Central Academy Gorakhpur with 58 percent.



COLLEGE PROJECTS
- A tabloid of eight page containing news items of children and Lucknow University in 3rd semester of the course.
- A research project on Magic Remedies in 4th semester of the course.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- NCC “C” Certificate holder and NSS volunteer.
- Organized various programmes at school and college level.
- Participated in many palys (theater workshops).

ACHIEVEMENTS
- Won several prizes in dance, plays, creative writing, poetry writing.
- Participated in National Science Communication Congress-2007.

PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth : 22 July 1986
Father’s Name : Dr. N.P. Upadhyay
Marital Status : Single
Nationality : Indian
Hobbies : Dancing, Travelling
Strength : Positive thinking, always ready to learn
new things

Jyoti Upadhyay

[Guest]

ARIFA GANI SHEIKH
Email : ganiarifa AT gmail.com -
Profile
A Journalism and International Studies graduate with experience of reporting and editing in a newspaper. Experience of working independently and as part of a team, an ability to deliver solutions under a high pressure atmosphere and a potential to meet the deadlines. Seeking to utilize existing skills and academic knowledge in a professional atmosphere, with opportunities for ongoing development.
Key Accomplishments
- Was awarded first prize in 2008 for radio production, “Rebuilding Homes” by the BBC World Service Trust.
- Co-directed a short student film, “Lal Chowk”, a documentary film that traced the history of one of Srinagar’s most historical market places.
- Was a student producer of news featuring “2008 land controversy and its effect on tourism”, a short TV news piece. A project organised in Kashmir University, by BBC World Service Trust.
- Was the student producer for two BBC radio projects on the rehabilitation of people post 2005 earthquake in Kashmir.
- Was a member of the editorial board of student editors of the first student run newspaper of Kashmir University, “The Student Herald.”
Key Skills
General
- Have been writing news stories on various subjects like health, environment, education and human rights for a regional newspaper in India.
- Experienced in writing research based analytical and statistical and informational articles and features for print media.
- Experienced in sub-editing and proof-reading news stories in daily regional English daily.
- Experienced in new media (online media).
Technical
- MS Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop (Basic), Adobe In design, Gold wave audio editor.
- Good communication and listening skills and ability to explain complex ideas.
- Self-motivated with good organizational skills and time management skills.

Education
MA International Studies (Diplomacy and statecraft)
- University of Birmingham (Sept 2009 – Dec 2010)
- Result : 2:1
- Final year project : India Pakistan Summit failure.
- Extras : Ethics of terrorism and Political violence, Asia Pacific Security
MA Journalism and Mass Communications
- University of Kashmir (May 2007 – May 2009)
- Result : 1st Grade
- Final Year Project : Media Coverage of the Amaranth land crisis in Kashmir
- Extras : Internship with the online section of Hindustan Times and Rising Kashmir (newspapers), journalism workshops with BBC world service
BSc Chemistry and Botany
- University of Kashmir (April 2004 – April 2007)
- Result : 1st Grade
Higher Secondary School Certificate (= A-Levels)
Rani Bagh Higher Secondary School, Anantnag, Kashmir (Jan 2003)
Work Experience
Reporter
Kashmir Times
Kashmirtimes.com
(June 2008 – July 2009)
- Location : Srinagar, J&K, India
- Duties included : Reporting and Sub editing. Producing news reports and features on various local issues concerning Human rights, Health, Education, Environment and women affairs. The job required excellent communication skills to build rapport with various official and unofficial sources along with problem solving skills. Good time management skills were required in order to meet deadlines.
Student Intern
Hindustan Times
Hindustantimes.com
(February 2009)
- Location : New Delhi, India
- Three weeks internship which involved working with the online section of Hindustan times, one of the world’s largest circulated English language dailies. The work experience involved reporting and sub editing and monitoring news feeds from various agencies and sources. The job profile also involved updating the website and blogs.
Student Intern
Rising Kashmir
Risingkashmir.com
(December 2007-Feb 2008)
- Location : Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Worked in the Newsroom as an intern covering various events and human interest stories.

Other Skills
Workshop :
- Attended a 3 day workshop on communication with the differently personnel and alternative communication held by the Ali Yavar Jung institute of Hearing Handicapped, Mumbai at Kashmir University in June-July 2007.
- Attended a 3 day BBC Hostile environment and basic safety course held at the University of Kashmir in October 2008.
- Attended a 5 day BBC workshop on social reporting held in University of Kashmir.
- Attended a 10 day video production workshop held at the Educational Multimedia research centre at the University of Kashmir in January 2008.
Languages : English, Hindi, Urdu, Kashmiri
Hobbies & Interests
I like to participate in voluntary activities whenever possible like helping with charity work, taking part in different exercises organised by the local Red Cross. I also have a keen interest in current affairs especially related to the environment, economics and international politics. I like to explore places and understand different cultures through travel. In fact this was one of the reasons for studying abroad. I have visited many places in India and England.