Save the Children recruits a Regional Communication Manager
The role
As a key member of the West and Central Africa (WCA) regional team, you will be responsible for developing and leading the implementation of communication strategies for Save the Children in WCA. You will provide oversight of regional communications to better internally and externally profile the situation of children in West and Central Africa in both the humanitarian and development contexts, as well as Save the Children’s Programmatic response. You will play an important role in support strategic communications to advance our Campaign priorities.
As part of your role in managing overall communication opportunities in the region, you will help develop key communication materials and identify innovative communication approaches – both internally and externally- to help advance our campaign and advocacy vision. Alongside this, you will play an important role in supporting and building the capacity of key communications and digital / social media focal points in our country offices across the region.
Qualifications
Master’s degree is desirable in communications, international relations, development, political science, law or relevant field. Bachelor’s degree is essential.
Experience and Skills
- Experience managing a communications team, including: oversight of strategic development; development of quality written, photographic and video material; quality editing skills for internal and external audiences; strong understanding of marketing and branding and its role in communications; ability to maximise media opportunities and respond effectively to media inquiries
- Proven track record of communications work and development of strategies, with experience to influence policy communications, and a strong understanding of the United Nations and multi-lateral systems.
- Experience working to build capacity in communications; demonstrated ability to deliver workshops, provide coaching and mentoring, and support the professional development of others
- Experience working in both humanitarian and development contexts, including some of Save the Children’s priority areas – children in humanitarian settings, child protection, child rights, education, health and nutrition, food security and livelihoods
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, to analyse complex information and offer creative, practical and effective solutions
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and an ability to distil large amounts of information to a variety of audiences
- Strong experience of best use of social media
- A proven ability to build networks with diverse partners in pursuit of common goals
- Excellent influencing and negotiation skills, including an ability to deal with people at all levels with credibility, tact, and diplomacy
- An ability to work flexibly in a team, and to adjust work plan and priorities rapidly in response to external opportunities
- Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in a diverse, international environment, including experience of working in developing countries
- Ability to travel internationally
- Fluency in English French is essential
- A commitment to the Save the Children Values
Contract length: 01 Year
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Applicants are advised that Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process. Any request in this direction should be immediately reported as contrary to the values and practices of our organization.
Job details
- Closing date: 26 Mar 2020 – 23:59 GMT
- Department: Communications and Media
- Type: Permanent
- Schedule: Full-time
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