Job description
As part of our strategy to improve the Center’s ability to engage in global and continental discussions about solutions to the challenges impeding Africa’s development, we are recruiting a Communications Officer to serve as an in-house Editor in Chief and ensure quality control in our written and multimedia content. The right candidate is a nimble multitasker with a strong background in print and multimedia content development, a wide network of contacts in local and international media and exacting attention to detail. S/he will be able to calmly handle a complex workload, is responsive as well as proactive, and is comfortable providing mentoring and coaching to a highly trained and educated cohort of research professionals.
Duties And Responsibilities
Lead and/or oversee content editing for a variety of products across three programmatic divisions, including corporate products such as annual reports, newsletters and brochures
Lead media outreach including implementation of media and social media strategy
Supervise in-house training on public speaking and verbal presentations for research staff
Oversee development of innovative multimedia products including infographics, short films and animations
Skills And Qualifications
Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field
At least five years of post-qualification work experience in communications, writing and content creation, preferably at an international organization
Excellent editing and writing skills as well as ability to translate complex scientific facts into accessible messages for general audiences
Visual media skills including use of still and video camera; ability to develop video storyboards and basic editing to a professional standard
Some knowledge of graphic design and desktop publishing, including Microsoft Publisher, and Adobe or Corel suites
Experience in using social media channels and extending their reach
Experience of creating and editing digital media and publishing across a variety of platforms including but not limited to Storify, Prezi, Slideshare and YouTube
Familiarity with approaches for planning, executing, and monitoring social media strategies
Excellent existing network of media contacts at sub-regional level
Excellent verbal communication and ability to train and mentor
Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team
Networking, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills coupled with resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment
French language skills desirable
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