Communications Lead Africa at Heifer International October, 2022

Full time Jobs Dar es Salaam   NGO and Social Work Jobs

Job Description

Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, humanities, or related degree plus a minimum of 15 years’ experience in a reputable PR/Brand consulting firm, or Corporate Communications in a large corporate organization preferably multi-national. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred Requirements
• Master’s degree in social sciences, humanities, or related degree, plus a minimum of 5 years’ experience in senior management position leading PR/Brand management or Corporate Communications.

Most Critical Proficiencies

• Knowledge of public relations work applied across all forms of media.
• Strong writing, editing and presentation
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of building networks, partners and collaborations for media and positioning.
• Negotiation skills including ability to listen and
• Work with a global mindset preferably with demonstrated experience in working at local, and global levels.
• Demonstrated experience of working with diverse cultural groups, and gender equity approach.
• Experience in taking complex ideas and capturing in accessible ways and multiple formats – briefing papers, positioning pieces, publications, press releases, and social media.
• Experienced in identifying and managing sensitive media issues and crisis
• Ability to collaborate and build positive working relationships with multiple internal and external partners.
• Experience with the design and implementation of results-oriented communication strategies.
• Demonstrated experience managing and/or facilitating events, small convenings, and forums of experts preferred.

Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands

• Ability to inspire and support the team and give expression to Heifer’s mission through word, media, and public relations activities.
• Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues and the public.
• Ability to confidently give oral presentations and impromptu speeches to a wide range of audiences.
• May require constant sitting and moving, working at a computer for extended periods of time, as well as occasional bending and lifting.
• Ability to effectively plan, prepare, and present material and speeches for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Outstanding English writing skills and oral communication skills are
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Deadline for Application: 9th November 2022

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