Job description
About The Position
CI’s Africa Field Division is looking to recruit a dynamic, innovative and driven Regional Communications Manger to manage its media, branding, marketing, and communications function. S/he will work to ensure awareness of the Divisions work both regionally and globally, internally and externally, and foster greater understanding and support CI’s mission
Key Responsibilities
General: Annually, the Regional Communications Manager will outline the communications, objectives, priorities and activities for the Africa Field Division (AfFD) internally through the production of the Division’s Communications Plan.
External communications: This role is responsible for the AfFD’s public relations. This includes identifying opportunities for media outreach, preparing media releases and other content for news and feature articles, working with the press, arranging interviews for CI spokespeople, writing on behalf of CI spokespeople, preparing spokespeople for press conferences, media interviews, and speeches.
They will also manage CI issued content for websites and social media and various other contributions to CI global activities, including communications with the Africa Advisory Board and contributions to CI’s Annual Report.
Internal communications: The Regional Communications Manager will coordinate and manage AfFD’s internal communications. S/he will ensure CI staff are aware of key AfFD news and projects. The post holder will identify suitable stories and support the field division’s contributions, providing copywriting and messaging services as needed. This role is directly responsible for the AfFD Info Hub, website, and the production of the AfFD’s quarterly e-newsletter.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in communications or any related subject.
A minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in communications, journalism, and/or promotional activities, in lieu of Bachelor’s degree in communications.
A good command of English, with proven presentation, writing and editing skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to connect with people from all walks of life
A self-starter who is able to work well independently as well as in a team
Demonstrated experience in working with both traditional and social media, especially with news placement, blogging and awareness campaigns.
Computer skills and experience in relevant communications software (e.g. InDesign, Photoshop and/or similar design programs)
A good understanding of Africa and the media landscape in Africa
Knowledge of the French language will be an advantage
Prior knowledge and interest in conservation and environmental issues
