Ref/NCK/03/2018:
Terms: Three (3) year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Position Summary
The communications officer will support NCK in developing media and communication strategy and will be involved in writing reports, development of briefs, review of documents for publication and offer general technical expertise in regard to communications and media. In addition, s/he, with direct authority of the Registrar /CEO will ensure publications/broadcasts of the essential information relating to NCK work. This will include documentation of case studies and maintaining NCK brand through consistent visual and editorial messaging.
Key Responsibilities
Refine Communications and Visibility Strategies for NCK in line with the communications policy.
Develop and regularly update communications and visibility products for the Council
Ensure timely and quality development and dissemination of media contents on the website and via other media channels (e.g., social media platforms).
Collect and file relevant communications and visibility products, photographs and video clips systematically and report accordingly.
Monitor and guide the Council in developing specific communications and visibility materials
Take the leading editing role in the Council’s newsletter, as well as other Council publications including reports, information summaries, annual reports, policy briefs and promotional materials.
Planning and implementing outreach activities and media relations to build strategic partnerships and visibility for the organization
Developing effective support networks and positive working relationships with government agencies, NGO’s, development partners and community groups.
Organizing and conducting public outreach activities, trainings, ensuring positive visibility of the organization and production of social mobilization materials
Identify and support the Council’s communication and marketing needs to help raise its profile, as well as publicize its mandate, and objectives and activities.
Respond to internal information needs.
Media monitoring, media liaison and assist in preparing speeches and presentations and maintenance of website
Produce multimedia stories.
Assist in Organizing Council events and formation of such events as conferences, workshop and seminars.
Qualifications and experience
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution
Three (3) years’ experience in a similar position
Key Competencies:
Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
Strong organizational skill and attention to detail
Professionalism, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude
Demonstrated high level of personal achievement and effectiveness.
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