Communication and Engagement Officer at Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa)

Job Overview: 

As a Communication and Engagement Officer at GHIV Africa, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our communication strategies. You will be responsible for enhancing our visibility, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring effective internal and external communication. This role requires a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and a passion for social change.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Communication: Develop and implement communication strategies that effectively convey our mission, projects, and impact to a diverse audience.
• Content Creation: Produce engaging and high-quality content for various platforms, including social media, newsletters, and our website.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with media, partners, donors, and community leaders to enhance our outreach and impact.
• Event Management: Plan, organize, and execute events such as workshops, seminars, and fundraising activities, ensuring effective communication and engagement.
• Media Relations: Act as a point of contact for media inquiries, prepare press releases, and coordinate media events.
• Brand Management: Uphold and promote our organizational brand, ensuring consistency across all communication channels.
• Internal Communication: Facilitate effective communication within the organization to ensure all team members are aligned with our goals and activities.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly assess the effectiveness of communication strategies and provide reports with insights and recommendations for improvement.

 Competences:

• Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and Innovation: Ability to develop fresh, engaging content and creative solutions for communication challenges.
• Strategic Thinking: Aptitude for thinking strategically and integrating communication efforts with organizational objectives.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: Strong planning and execution abilities, with attention to detail.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing environments and handle multiple priorities.
• Digital Proficiency: Familiarity with digital communication tools and social media platforms.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a communication role, preferably in the non-profit or humanitarian sector.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communication strategies.

Female candidates are strongly advised to apply.