Embrace, the movement for mothers, seeks to employ an advocacy and communications strategist. This is a senior-level, full-time post. The successful candidate will join a small, dynamic team that serves as the engine of a national network-driven movement.
This person will be responsible for the following:
Developing and implementing communications and public relations strategies that complement and support Embrace initiatives
Developing and maintaining a roster of media contacts for Embrace
Identifying and nurturing Embrace community members who may serve as spokespeople for the movement and where applicable, serve as a spokesperson for the movement
Identifying unique opportunities to showcase Embrace issues and drive forward Embrace agenda points
Developing communication tools that will diversify and increase Embrace’s audience and reach, and capacitate movement members to support mothers in their own communities
We are looking for someone who:
Is able to contribute and drive strategic processes to drive forward the agenda of Embrace
Can develop communications for diverse audiences (e.g.: board members, community-level)
Has strong writing skills
Has strong public speaking skills
Is willing and able to speak in public forums on a range of issues when called upon to represent Embrace’s viewpoints
Is able to leverage a wide range of communications tools/modes for development
Has proven experience in social justice advocacy, including planning and participating in creative demonstrations for change
Has at least mid- to upper-level experience in communications and/or media management and strategy
Is able to thrive in a small team environment
Is able to work independently
The following are not essential, but are advantageous:
Proficiency in WordPress and other content management systems
Fluency in multiple South African languages
Experience in mainstream South African journalism
Able to understand research and communicate complex data for wide audiences
If you are interested and think you fit the bill, please apply by submitting a 1-page cover letter, and a CV (please include 3 contactable references), to [email protected] by Friday, 9 July 2021. Please use the subject line: “Advocacy & Communications Strategist application”.
Please do not submit any other documentation.