International IDEA is managing a 18 months EU funded programme to support to the Democratic transition in Chad, and to contribute to SDG 16 to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.
The programme seeks to support the democratic transition by supporting the establishment of mechanisms for an inclusive dialogue and consensus building on the transition process; strengthen stakeholders’ capacity for constitution building; enhance stakeholders’ capacity for electoral reform that will facilitate credible electoral processes; and strengthen citizens awareness on the transitional process and broader democratic governance practices. It is anticipated that Chad’s transition period and processes will provide an opportunity for Chad’s transition to democracy.
Based in Ndjamena, Chad, International IDEA seeks to appoint:
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
The Communications Officer will contribute to all public information activities of the programme, including through print, digital and broadcast media; and will act as liaison for the programme’s implementing partners in all matters related to public communication and visibility. These tasks require interfacing with multiple partners to gather information, prioritising content, and staying ahead of news and events. The Communications Officer handles writing, editing and targeting dissemination for the promotion of the programme’s events and results. The Communications Officer will ensure results are in line with International IDEA’s and the EU’s communications strategies. The Communications Officer provides support in accordance with the Programme’s needs and requirements.
Key responsibilities for this position include:
Provides communications and media support to the International IDEA office in Chad, and to all partners within the Programme
Regularly coordinates and hosts communications meetings with the focal points of all partners to stay well-informed about planned activities, upcoming events and campaigns, and provide guidance and support
Coordinates inputs from programme partners, and uploads content generated by the programme to the relevant communication forums
Maintains the programme’s social media platforms
Responds to media/press inquiries and pitches Op-Eds and stories to media for placement
Maintains the programmes database by soliciting inputs from implementing partners and including International IDEA updates
Undertakes regular media monitoring (on social and traditional media) for references to programme activities;
Contributes to and regularly updates the programme’s press list;
Serves as a content editor. Writes and edits web articles, tweets, social media posts, press releases and other outreach content as necessary
Coordinates the timely content development of a monthly newsletter with programme colleagues and manages an editorial calendar for the proposed content and themes
Works in close coordination with programme colleagues to ensure that the programme communicates according to the donor Communications and Visibility Strategy
Creates clear infographics and digital assets for use online and in presentations. Handles digital art manipulation
Provides content for the European Union’s public communication channels in close coordination with the EU Delegation’s communication coordinator and ensures adequate visibility of the European Union as donor of the programme throughout all programme communication activities
Reviews and updates the programme’s social media guidelines as needed
Monitors and reports on impact and analytics. Generates monthly and quarterly analytics reports, as appropriate, for all social media platforms and for the newsletter
The Communications Officer must possess and be able to demonstrate:
University degree in communications, journalism, international relations or other relevant discipline
Minimum of three (3) years professional experience in a similar role, or as a writer in communications for development, preferably within the EU context
Experience in communications strategy development and implementation
Demonstrated experience in creating and maintaining social media campaigns
Expert graphic design skills and ability to use all related Adobe tools
Experience of working in an international context, e.g., in an intergovernmental organization, considered an advantage
Proven experience in producing and writing material for online dissemination, including for social media channels and a range of traditional media
Proficiency in using Drupal, style sheets, Microsoft Office, Cision and Adobe tools (especially Photoshop), as well as multimedia software would be considered an asset
Excellent knowledge of national, media, the social media landscape and familiarity with international, mainstream and specialized media channels
Understands how the assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others throughout the organization
Uses knowledge of how the team integrates with others to accomplish team objectives
Is proactive in seeking information and processing it in line with the required guidelines
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, ability to handle confidential information and to work in a multicultural team
Able to meet deadlines and work in fast-paced environment
Ability to work both independently, with minimum supervision and in teams
Illustrates integrity, a collaborative spirit, a sense of achievement, and an understanding of risk management
Fluency in written and oral English, French and Arabic is required
This is a fixed term appointment until 04 May 2023.
Please note as this is a local post, International IDEA will bear no costs relating to relocation of the selected candidate to the duty station. This position is open to those legally authorized to live and work in Chad for the duration of the contract.
International IDEA is an equal opportunity employer which seeks to further diversify its staff in terms of gender, culture and nationality.
View the full job description and application instructions on the Vacancies page at www.actionappointments.co.za and email your application by Sunday 03rd April 2022 to [email protected]