Senior Communications Specialist at Credo Advisory

• Credo is looking to hire a Senior Communications Specialist to support the development, implementation and monitoring of communication strategies.
• The Senior Communications Specialist will work closely with the Chief Executive and Communications Manager to manage client projects and day-to-day company activities.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Communications Specialist will:

• Assist with the development of Credo-related literature, deliverables and other materials to promote Credo communications objectives.
• Support dissemination of Credo and project external communications by producing and disseminating an extensive range of materials (e.g. reports, emails, meeting minutes, newsletters, brochures, fact sheets, etc.).
• Assist with Credo business development activities, such as proposals, whitepapers, conferences, and thought leadership materials.
• Support Credo engagement and outreach activities for client services, interacting with senior-level government and donor partners to build and strengthen relationships on behalf of the company.
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans for client projects.
• Provide support to the Chief Executive on all administrative and managerial activities.
• Assist in planning and organizing high quality/high profile press and client related events.
• Conduct industry focused media monitoring in addition to relevant issues and news coverage.
• Manage various databases.

The ideal candidate must have the following minimum qualifications

• Bachelors in Mass Communication, Public Relations or related field. (Master’s degree will give an added advantage)
• Experience in strategic communications.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Excellence analytical and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• English language and Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Self-starter, result oriented, high-energy level and ability to work with minimal supervision.