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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Performance Areas

Operationalize Communication Strategy
Develop, implement, and evaluate the regional communications strategy in collaboration with the regional program team and external communications coordinator.
Develop effective internal communications mechanisms to ensure that news and events are known internally and publicized as appropriate.

External Relations and Engagement

Manage the implementation of FTA’s regional engagement and communications plan.
Develop press materials including press statements and releases, and information kits/fact sheets.
Establish and sustain links and contact with relevant journalists within the region to increase awareness of FTA work among journalists
Respond to media inquiries, arrange interviews, and act as a spokesperson for the region.
Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics.
Manage crisis communication as it arises and escalate to management.
Analyse regional reports and generate impact stories for publication on newsletters, websites, and social media platforms.
Produce and be n charge of the production of FTA’s publications; newsletters, annual reports, project profiles, and product brochures among others.
Manage the development and production of content for the website, social media, and print publications.
Support in events planning, organise workshops and press conferences and oversee production of merchandising and branding materials.

Member and Producer Support

Create and manage a producer mailing database and identify strategies and extensive effective communications of impact stories to producers, donors and NFOS.
Plan all member communications and create e-shots for forthcoming events and activities.
Build relationships with key contacts at member organisations
Support with the implementation of specific marketing activities relevant to membership, promotional and recruitment campaigns
Contribute to the production of written materials for the website and promotional documentation.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, media studies, or related fields.
Being a member of a professional PR or Communications body in Eastern Africa is an added advantage.

Experience and Knowledge

At least 3 – 5 years of work experience in communications, writing, and content creation, in an NGO setting in East Africa.
Proficient in Microsoft office, content management systems, and social media platforms
Experience in handling complex communication campaigns

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