Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 08 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.
DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position Public Relations and Media Officer
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations and media strategies to promote the organization's mission, programs, and impact.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and key stakeholders.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other media materials to garner coverage of the organization's activities and events.
• Coordinate media interviews, press conferences, and other media opportunities for organizational spokespeople.
• Manage the organization's social media channels, including creating content, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
• Produce multimedia content, including videos, photos, and graphics, to support communication initiatives.
• Monitor media coverage and track relevant metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of PR and media campaigns.
• Provide media training and support to staff members and volunteers as needed.

Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• A master’s degree is preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling stories and messages for different audiences and channels.
• Demonstrated experience in media outreach, including pitching stories, securing media placements, and building relationships with reporters.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation, with a strong understanding of social media analytics.
• Experience in multimedia production, including photography, videography, and graphic design, is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic language is an advantage.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
• Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com  or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.
• Please ensure to indicate "Your Name and Position or Job title" in the subject line of the email or application.
• Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024
• Note: DirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!

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