Communications Officer

1. Content Development and Editorial Support

• Draft and edit communication materials for internal and external audiences.
• Prepare stories, programme updates, newsletters, briefs, and communication content.
• Support development of presentations, speaking notes, visibility materials, and written outputs.
• Ensure content is accurate, clear, engaging, and aligned with organisational messaging.

2. Brand Visibility and Communications Coordination

• Support implementation of communications plans, campaigns, and visibility activities.
• Ensure communication outputs align with iiAfrica and partner branding requirements.
• Assist with event communication materials, success stories, and promotional content.
• Support consistent communication of programme achievements and institutional updates.

3. Digital and Stakeholder Communications

• Support website updates, social media content, and digital communication activities.
• Help monitor communication outputs and engagement metrics where required.
• Support communication with partners, participants, alumni, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate communication inputs across teams to ensure timely and effective messaging.

4. Documentation of Impact and Activities

• Support documentation of programme activities through stories, interviews, photographs, and impact narratives.
• Contribute to donor visibility requirements and partner communication outputs.
• Help maintain organised archives of communication materials and content assets.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in communications, public relations, media, or digital content development.

Skills:

• Strong writing, editing, and content development skills
• Good understanding of digital communication platforms and stakeholder messaging
• Ability to coordinate multiple communication outputs and deadlines
• Strong attention to brand consistency and presentation
• Good planning and organisational skills

Key Competencies

• Written Communication: Produces clear, professional, and engaging communication materials.
• Creativity and Storytelling: Translates programme activities and impact into compelling narratives.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures high-quality content and consistency in messaging and branding.
• Planning and Coordination: Manages communication workflows, deadlines, and cross-team inputs effectively.
• Stakeholder Sensitivity: Communicates appropriately with partners, participants, and external audiences.
• Digital Communication Awareness: Understands the requirements of digital visibility and audience engagement.