Deadline of this Job: 04 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Communications Officer
Type of job Fixed term
Short Title of Assignment Communications Officer
Contract Type: Individual
Duty Station Kigali, Rwanda
Duration 12 months (extendable)
Start Date 10th October 2022
Applications to be sent toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
background
Initiatives for Peace and Human Rights (iPeace) is a Rwanda-based non-governmental organization that strives to enhance the culture of peace in the Great Lakes region through human rights and good governance education.
iPeace has the mission to equip communities and individuals living in the Great lakes region with the human rights knowledge and good governance skills needed to build a global culture of peace. In order to attain its mission, iPeace receives funds from different donors to implement various projects that have direct impact on the lives of many people. To ensure the visibility of its impact, iPeace would like to recruit a Communications Intern to implement its communication strategy.
The Communications officer will support iPeace’s internal and external communications strategy, write and disseminate publicity material, respond to inquiries from the public and media, and coordinate promotional events.
Scope Of Work
To succeed as a Communications officer, you should be able to think creatively, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Under the direct supervision of the Country Director, the Communications officer will be in charge of the following duties:
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement an effective communications strategy based on our target audience.
• Develop, write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, blog posts, social media content, annual reports, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organization's activities, products and/or services.
• Respond to media inquiries, arrange interviews, and act as a spokesperson for the organization.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with journalists, and maintain a media database.
• Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the brand, and coordinate publicity events as required.
• Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics.
• Proficiency in design and publishing software.
• Develop escalation protocols for managing communication crises, should they arise
• Performing any other relevant task assigned by iPeace management.
Skills Required
The following skills are required from a person applying for the Communications officer position:
• Knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop, InDesign, and Illustrator is an asset
• An interest in human rights and justice
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management, organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms.
• Understanding of communications, public relations and marketing best practices
• Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve communication efforts
• Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction
• The ability to absorb, analyze and summarize large amounts of information
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail Qualifications
The needed qualifications are:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field from a recognized university.
• Good command of written and spoken English with very good proficiency in Kinyarwanda.
JOB DETAILS:
Communications Officer
Type of job Fixed term
Short Title of Assignment Communications Officer
Contract Type: Individual
Duty Station Kigali, Rwanda
Duration 12 months (extendable)
Start Date 10th October 2022
Applications to be sent to
background
Initiatives for Peace and Human Rights (iPeace) is a Rwanda-based non-governmental organization that strives to enhance the culture of peace in the Great Lakes region through human rights and good governance education.
iPeace has the mission to equip communities and individuals living in the Great lakes region with the human rights knowledge and good governance skills needed to build a global culture of peace. In order to attain its mission, iPeace receives funds from different donors to implement various projects that have direct impact on the lives of many people. To ensure the visibility of its impact, iPeace would like to recruit a Communications Intern to implement its communication strategy.
The Communications officer will support iPeace’s internal and external communications strategy, write and disseminate publicity material, respond to inquiries from the public and media, and coordinate promotional events.
Scope Of Work
To succeed as a Communications officer, you should be able to think creatively, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Under the direct supervision of the Country Director, the Communications officer will be in charge of the following duties:
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement an effective communications strategy based on our target audience.
• Develop, write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, blog posts, social media content, annual reports, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organization's activities, products and/or services.
• Respond to media inquiries, arrange interviews, and act as a spokesperson for the organization.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with journalists, and maintain a media database.
• Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the brand, and coordinate publicity events as required.
• Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics.
• Proficiency in design and publishing software.
• Develop escalation protocols for managing communication crises, should they arise
• Performing any other relevant task assigned by iPeace management.
Skills Required
The following skills are required from a person applying for the Communications officer position:
• Knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop, InDesign, and Illustrator is an asset
• An interest in human rights and justice
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management, organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms.
• Understanding of communications, public relations and marketing best practices
• Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve communication efforts
• Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction
• The ability to absorb, analyze and summarize large amounts of information
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail Qualifications
The needed qualifications are:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field from a recognized university.
• Good command of written and spoken English with very good proficiency in Kinyarwanda.
Deadline of this Job: 04 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Communications and Events Officer
The British High Commission in Rwanda is responsible for developing and maintaining relations between the UK and Rwanda.
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
Job Category
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Job Subcategory
Development and Humanitarian
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
Main purpose of job:
The successful candidate will be joining the British High Commission Kigali’s (BHC) Political and Governance team to deliver high quality communications campaigns and products, and lead on our events and engagement strategy.
BHC Kigali’s Political and Governance team leads on our political engagement with the Government of Rwanda, and provides governance programme support to Rwanda’s development vision. The team works with Rwandan and international partners to support public sector governance and accountability, human rights and media freedoms, and to communicate our work the British and Rwandan public.
This is an exciting time to join the British High Commission Kigali. The role is stretching and high priority, and we will provide regular opportunities for learning and development tailored to the individual’s needs, and support career development.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:
Communications strategy and delivery:
• With the supervision of the Second Secretary Political, lead on the BHC’s communications strategy to secure high-profile media coverage of UK activities. Working across all parts of the BHC Kigali, and with London, this will include sourcing content for social media platforms, and identifying and maximising opportunities for media engagement;
• Day to day management of the BHC Kigali’s social media accounts and website. Ensuring that the BHCs messaging and interactions on the various platforms are accurate, timely, and effective.
• Monitoring Rwanda’s media and cultural landscape to identify opportunities for the BHC to engage.
• To maintain a wide network of online, press, radio and TV media contacts to facilitate interviews, op-eds, articles and responses to engage Rwandans on the bilateral relationship.
Events and campaigns
• To lead on organising BHC Kigali events, and major campaigns (e.g. talks, receptions or exhibitions), including the annual King’s Birthday Party. This includes working with teams to develop and plan events, and working with the Residence team to ensure impactful delivery. This will require creativity and innovation.
• Lead on the BHC’s engagement with the GREAT campaign, including bidding for funding from the GREAT Challenge Fund.
• To work with the British Council and other relevant UK partners to help promote joint campaigns and messaging in Rwanda.
• With Second Secretary lead on comms elements of VIP/ ministerial events
• Draw together lessons learned following events and campaigns
Wider reporting and programme support to the Political and Governance Team, and the British High Commission Kigali
• Feed in to political/context reporting
• Support IPF and other Political and Governance programming
• Contribute to BHC Kigali crisis planning
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
• Knowledge of latest communications techniques/approaches and experience of working with them; including in particular social media skills (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Experience in successfully designing, planning and organising events
• A proactive approach and a focus on continuous improvement of self and service, with an appetite to work with others to simplify processes and improve efficiency.
• Experience in building and maintaining a network of contacts Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
• Experience in delivering marketing campaigns
• A good understanding of Rwanda’s media, political and culture scene
Required behaviours: Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together
Application deadline : 10 October 2022
Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
Type of Position: Permanent
Working hours per week : 36
Region: Africa
Country/Territory: Rwanda
Location (City): Kigali
Type of Post: British High Commission
Salary: RWF 1,478,109
Start Date: 1 December 2022
Other benefits and conditions of employment
• Learning and development opportunities:BHC Kigali has a strong learning and development offer and is committed to staff development; this includes dedicated communications training
• Working patterns: BHC Kigali encourages flexible working including compressed hours, some working from home and flexible hours. These are subject to agreement with the line manager in line with the BHC flexible working policy
Additional information
• Your application must also include examples of when you have demonstrated the required elements in the Success Profile Questions section of the online application form.
• Applications that do not include these information will not be considered.
• Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening.
JOB DETAILS:
Communications and Events Officer
The British High Commission in Rwanda is responsible for developing and maintaining relations between the UK and Rwanda.
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
Job Category
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Job Subcategory
Development and Humanitarian
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
Main purpose of job:
The successful candidate will be joining the British High Commission Kigali’s (BHC) Political and Governance team to deliver high quality communications campaigns and products, and lead on our events and engagement strategy.
BHC Kigali’s Political and Governance team leads on our political engagement with the Government of Rwanda, and provides governance programme support to Rwanda’s development vision. The team works with Rwandan and international partners to support public sector governance and accountability, human rights and media freedoms, and to communicate our work the British and Rwandan public.
This is an exciting time to join the British High Commission Kigali. The role is stretching and high priority, and we will provide regular opportunities for learning and development tailored to the individual’s needs, and support career development.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:
Communications strategy and delivery:
• With the supervision of the Second Secretary Political, lead on the BHC’s communications strategy to secure high-profile media coverage of UK activities. Working across all parts of the BHC Kigali, and with London, this will include sourcing content for social media platforms, and identifying and maximising opportunities for media engagement;
• Day to day management of the BHC Kigali’s social media accounts and website. Ensuring that the BHCs messaging and interactions on the various platforms are accurate, timely, and effective.
• Monitoring Rwanda’s media and cultural landscape to identify opportunities for the BHC to engage.
• To maintain a wide network of online, press, radio and TV media contacts to facilitate interviews, op-eds, articles and responses to engage Rwandans on the bilateral relationship.
Events and campaigns
• To lead on organising BHC Kigali events, and major campaigns (e.g. talks, receptions or exhibitions), including the annual King’s Birthday Party. This includes working with teams to develop and plan events, and working with the Residence team to ensure impactful delivery. This will require creativity and innovation.
• Lead on the BHC’s engagement with the GREAT campaign, including bidding for funding from the GREAT Challenge Fund.
• To work with the British Council and other relevant UK partners to help promote joint campaigns and messaging in Rwanda.
• With Second Secretary lead on comms elements of VIP/ ministerial events
• Draw together lessons learned following events and campaigns
Wider reporting and programme support to the Political and Governance Team, and the British High Commission Kigali
• Feed in to political/context reporting
• Support IPF and other Political and Governance programming
• Contribute to BHC Kigali crisis planning
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
• Knowledge of latest communications techniques/approaches and experience of working with them; including in particular social media skills (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Experience in successfully designing, planning and organising events
• A proactive approach and a focus on continuous improvement of self and service, with an appetite to work with others to simplify processes and improve efficiency.
• Experience in building and maintaining a network of contacts Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
• Experience in delivering marketing campaigns
• A good understanding of Rwanda’s media, political and culture scene
Required behaviours: Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together
Application deadline : 10 October 2022
Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
Type of Position: Permanent
Working hours per week : 36
Region: Africa
Country/Territory: Rwanda
Location (City): Kigali
Type of Post: British High Commission
Salary: RWF 1,478,109
Start Date: 1 December 2022
Other benefits and conditions of employment
• Learning and development opportunities:BHC Kigali has a strong learning and development offer and is committed to staff development; this includes dedicated communications training
• Working patterns: BHC Kigali encourages flexible working including compressed hours, some working from home and flexible hours. These are subject to agreement with the line manager in line with the BHC flexible working policy
Additional information
• Your application must also include examples of when you have demonstrated the required elements in the Success Profile Questions section of the online application form.
• Applications that do not include these information will not be considered.
• Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening.