Apply: WACSI Head of Communications

Deadline: Unspecified

Location: Accra, Ghana

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) has opened applications for the role of Head, Communications Unit.

WACSI was established to build the institutional and operational capacity of civil society organisations (CSO) in West Africa through knowledge management, capacity development and policy influencing.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the WACSI brand, including brand integrity and visibility across the organisation, and West Africa
  • Facilitate learning and sharing through various electronic and social media tools
  • Manage, design, edit and publish WACSI’s print and electronic communications including newsletters, annual reports, advocacy alerts, research reports, op-eds and other publications
  • Manage strategy, design, and content development for WACSI website and digital media platforms
  • Train staff on branding and messaging standards
  • Supervise the storytelling efforts of WACSI to tell the right stories to stakeholders
  • Serve as quality control and editor on print materials and website
  • Manage the promotion and marketing of WACSI’s capacity-building courses and TechSoup offerings
  • Manage, strategise, and monitor all WACSI social media platforms including LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook
  • Track progress and effectiveness of communications-related activities and share results for continuous improvement
  • Lead in the coordination and support of various communication projects needed
  • Promote WACSI to the non-profit sector, the private sector, policymakers, and the public, particularly across West Africa
  • Develop and manage content, messaging, and storytelling about WACSI for internal and external stakeholders
  • Develop and carry out media strategy, including developing and driving media calendar, media relations and tracking press coverage across West Africa
  • Act as a key liaison between WACSI and media contacts throughout West Africa
  • Promote WACSI and its staff in the media
  • Support and coordinate key events and other programmes
  • Represent the organisation at events, which may include some travels throughout West Africa

Requirements

  • Degree in Communication or a related field
  • Ten years, minimum, of relevant experience
  • Experience working in the non-profit sector preferred
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral)
  • Good knowledge of English and French languages (oral and written)
  • Strong project planning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Good knowledge and interest in the use of technology for social change
  • Skilled in visual design
  • Experience with design software
  • Proficiency in using social media, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram
  • Strong networking and relationship management skills
  • Good understanding of digital marketing concepts and best practices
  • Ability to lead teams and collaborate with other teams
  • Commitment to WACSI’s mission
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding verbal/written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities effectively and professionally
  • Ability to travel across West Africa

To apply and for more information, click here.

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