COMMUNICATIONS PROJECT OFFICER

CIVICUS exists to defend people power. As a growing global alliance of over 8000 members in 175 countries, we work together to monitor violations of basic civic freedoms, call out the perpetrators of violations and strengthen the power of people to organise by supporting a more accountable, effective and innovative civil society. We strive to promote excluded voices, especially from the Global South.

About the Role

The Communications Project Officer will drive engaging and creative communications related to the Consortium to Promote Human Rights, Civic Freedoms and Media Development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Working with the coordination team, consortium partners and CIVICUS communication team, this role will lead project communications, developing the “voice” of the consortium and communicating project objectives, amplifying the voices of participants and sharing inspiring stories, and curating opportunities for learning and exchange.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Journalism or related field. In instances of exceptional skills and experience this requirement can be waived.
• Experience producing film and photography content, including editing photos and video, proficient in related software (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience in project management in communication context, with a track record of delivering high quality communication products on time and within budget
• Knowledge of context for media development, human rights and civic freedoms in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Excellent written and spoken English (proficiency in French or Portuguese desirable)
• Experience working with non-profit/social good organisations
• Experience working on multi country and multi partner projects

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How to apply:

The closing deadline for applications is Close of Business on the 15^th November 2019. Interested candidates should email their application to [email protected]

Your application should comprise of

• A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, a full employment history showing the more significant positions, responsibilities held, and relevant achievements
• A covering note of not more than 1 page outlining your motivation for applying for the role.

Short listed candidates will be contacted during the week of the 18^th – 22^nd November 2019 to schedule interviews.

Due to high volumes of applications received, should you not have received feedback on your application within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time.