Communications And Advocacy Officer X 1: Fixed Term: 12 months with opportunity to extend.
Media, Pr & Communication, Graphic Design Jobs
Job Description
The Communications and Advocacy Officer will be responsible for taking the lead in developing the organizations’ communication strategy and its execution, including engagement with the media, government ministries and departments, extractive industries, communities impacted by extractive industries and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and cultivates strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and constituencies for effective, impactful and timely communications on developments in the extractive sector in Zimbabwe.
Communicates institutional views on relevant subjects in consultation with the Programs Manager and the Executive Director
Manages the organization’s website, social media and participates in content creation
Compiles and edits articles and stories for social media and website
Develops advocacy toolkits
Prepares position papers, petitions, policy briefs in partnership with the Programs Manager
Liaises with Media on behalf of the organization and identifies opportunities for media advocacy
Produces press releases, supplements and newsletters for the organization
Design and develops promotional materials (IEC) for visibility and awareness campaigns
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications
At least a diploma in journalism, media studies, communications or related field.
Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc
Video editing, documentary and film making
Website management
Experience in managing social media sites
Branding skills
A clean class 4 Drivers License
Ability to speak both Ndebele and Shona an added advantage
Competencies
Knowledge about the extractive industries and their impacts on communities, ecology and climate change
Knowledge on current debates on post extractivism, just transition and adaptation and loss & damage
Ability to design, implement and sustain a campaign
Ability to simplify and summarize reports into consumable versions
Ability to develop quality graphics, posters and related IEC material
Ability to manage a website
Ability to take good photos and record quality videos and edit
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of communication concepts, tools and techniques and ability to transmit information effectively
How to Apply
How to Apply
For both positions, interested candidates to submit application letter and CV to csoapplications20@gmail.com no later than Thursday 17 November 2022
Successful candidates expected to start as soon as possible
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