September 1st, 2021 at 08:37 am
JOB TITLE: Communication Officer REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Chief Executive Officer.
JOB PURPOSE:
To develop content and oversee all creative inputs on the organisation’s communications and publications.
DUTIES
- Develop and implement the organisation’s communication strategy
- Develop, write, edit and share communication content, including press releases, website content, annual reports, newsletter, speeches with the organisation’s audiences
- Respond to media enquiries and perform media outreach to achieve brand placement in publications
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders including the media
- Manage and coordinate the organisation’s events
- Maintain records of media coverage, including media database and metrics
- Host and maintain the organisation’s website and social media platforms with regular updates
- Maintain digital media archives, including photos and videos
- Work with communications team members to conceptualise and implement communications strategies and campaigns
- Able to advise management on all communication issues
REQUIRED SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE
- The Communication Officer must have the following essential qualities to qualify for consideration:
- First degree in Communication Studies, Journalism, relevant specialist subject and more than three (3) years of professional experience in the communication field
- Understanding of communications, public relations and marketing best practices
- Understand the best practices of main social media channels including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter etc
- Must possess exceptional writing skills and able to compose engaging and accurate content
- Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team
- Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve communication efforts Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction
- Ability to work with minimum supervision is critical
Location: Accra
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified persons should send their CV’s and cover letter including 2 references to comsjose476@gmail.com
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE
Closing Date: 7th September, 2021