Communications Manager (1-year Contract)

Position Overview:

The Communications Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing communications strategy, control the flow of information between the company, internal and external stakeholders. Plan and execute detailed outreach plans and promotional campaigns that are aligned to the organisation’s strategy and projects

 

Minimum Requirements:
Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or relevant field is required
Master’s Degree (Advantageous)
5+ Years’ experience in Marketing, Communications, or similar field at managerial level in an NGO or Corporate setup
Highly articulate individual with excellent written communications, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills
Proven ability to lead communications strategies
Excellent writing and copy-editing skills, including the ability to synthesize complex issues and deliver succinct summaries
 

Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a communications strategy, manage the dissemination of all externally facing content interfacing with the media, policymakers, funders, and other key stakeholders
Responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing communications activities, both internal or external, that effectively describe and promote the organization, its activities, and its mandate
Support the CEO in building donor strategies that work in tandem with the communications plan and builds community engagement and investment to the company
Lead communication campaigns and develop media content aimed at creating awareness on issues facing key and vulnerable populations
Develop and refine the business project’s core message and voice to ensure organisational consistency, both internally and externally
Plan and execute detailed outreach strategies and promotional campaigns to increase Advocacy, social mobilization within communities on MSM, AGYW, TG and CRS modules
Develop relationships with key media to secure and grow media coverage for the Award both online and offline as and when required
Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of presentations, speeches, articles, newsletters, brochures, reports, fliers, and external press releases
Develop an effective social network system towards retention, support of project beneficiaries
Develop and lead the internal communication strategy amongst award teams and their SRs
Promote brand awareness and appropriate use of door logo by PR and SR
Oversee the annual communications budget and ensure its maximum utilization
Responsible for website management and content development for the Award
Develop appropriate prevention messaging and awareness campaigns for hard-to-reach populations
Identify significant media and public policy issues that are related to the company
Work closely with program managers and directors to develop new program content and narrow or expand target audiences
Develop quality control mechanisms