Tracking Code: 2014066
Job Description
This posting is
scheduled to close on October 10, 2014 or when 200 applications have been
received, whichever comes first. Thank you.
Function:
The East Africa Dairy Development-II (EADD-II) Regional
Information and Communications Officer is responsible for development and
implementation of media dissemination, communication and outreach strategies
within East Africa, including providing background information on EADD-II
project intervention information and facilitating media access to the project
in East Africa in order to increase its exposure in press and electronic media
publications and programming. S/He is also responsible for ensuring that
project information is packaged, disseminated and utilized by appropriate users
in conformity with EADD-II’s agenda, systems and procedures. S/He will
support staff capacity building in communications and generate annual and
quarterly progress reports.
Required Skills
Responsibilities:
- Develop,
monitor and report progress regularly on communications annual plans and
budgets to ensure that communication plans and activities are implemented
on time and within budget.
- Develop
and implement EADD-II communication strategy and ensure its operationalization,
reaching out to target audiences across the value chain starting from the
farmer.
- Communicate
to farmers, especially gender and youth to adopt modern dairy farming
practices as a business activity, and how collective action, including
linkages under the EADD-II program can help sustainability.
- Develop
and implement media dissemination and outreach strategies together with
communication focal points of the respective EADD-II countries and
partners.
- Update
and implement branding strategy with a focus on institutional and
stakeholder communication of results.
- Manage
and deliver a program of communications activities including launch
events, publicity stakeholder events, programme website, radio and
television features, press releases, impact stories, Publications like
brochures, newsletters, annual reports, case study reports, digital
stories, posters, and other promotional materials which will enhance
effectiveness and visibility amongst stakeholders within the region and
ensure proper dissemination.
- Regularly
updates and ensure accuracy of the EADD-II website including editorial
control and contribute to development of efficient document sharing
systems.
- Maintain
an up to date database of organizational information with clear filling
system for safety and easy access (which may include the use of
appropriate platform/software).
- Be
the interlocutor between EADD-II partner organizations’ communications
focal points and the Heifer International Global Communication Team.
- Stay
up to date with latest communications trends and practice in the field of
agribusiness and participatory interventions; inform monitoring and
evaluation manager of new findings relevant for EADD-II project.
- Develop
and maintain working relationships with East African and international
press and broadcast media journalists working on East Africa livestock and
agribusiness issues.
- Conduct
media monitoring for EADD-II in the region and the respective partner
organizations, and on issues relevant for EADD-II work in the region and
develop a system capturing the results of the media monitoring and the
media mentions.
- Contribute
to building communications capacity of EADD-II project staff by
identifying staff capacity development needs in communications, training
in use of communication equipment, writing skills, media relations, etc.
- Contribute
and assist to the preparation and presentation of EADD-II Quarterly and
Annual Progress Reports.
- Provide
relevant additional support to EADD-II in the Region as called upon.
Required Experience
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Public Relations, Communications, Development Studies or related
field, plus five (5) years of related experience.
- At
least two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Preferred Requirements:
Master’s degree.
Most Critical Proficiencies:
- Good
analytical skills and ability to verify information.
- Excellent
qualities and management, communication and interpersonal skills.
- A
good understanding and sensitivity to issues associated with poverty, hunger
and environment, and knowledge of the context to which non-profit
organizations operate.
- Ability
to promote the vision and strategic goals of EADD-II.
- Computer
proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools,
electronic mail and Internet software (Microsoft Office preferred).
- Strong
organizational skills.
- Skilled
at strategic thinking and anticipating future developments and trends to
incorporate them into organizational plans.
- Demonstrated
proficiency in English, oral and written, with knowledge of Kiswahili
and/or other East African language.
Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands:
- Preparing
and presenting documents in a well-designed and attractive format with
superior attention to detail.
- Ability
to lead teams effectively and exhibit strong conflict resolution skills.
- Proven
team and customer care skills with the ability to train and work
cooperatively with a diverse staff, including field staff in several
locations.
- Demonstrates
integrity by modeling EADD-II's values and ethical standards.
- Openness
to change and ability to manage complexities.
- Constant
face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues both
within and outside of Kenya.
- May
require constant sitting and moving; working at a computer for extended
periods.
- Working
with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.
- Performing
multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
- Ability
to lift and carry up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms) floor to waist.
- Willingness
to work with a flexible schedule.
- Willingness
to travel both locally and internationally.
Job Location
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Level: Senior Specialist
Client: Non U.S. Based Locations
Closing Date: October 10, 2014
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