Communication and Public Relations Specialist job at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR)
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Communication and Public Relations Specialist

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Financial Services , Category: Media, Communications & Writing ]

Jobs at:

Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR)

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, December 01 2024 

Duty Station:
Within Rwanda , Kigali, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, November 27 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Job Responsibilities
• Development of Media Relations Strategies:
o Create and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance the institution’s visibility and public perception.
• Annual Communication Plan:
o Develop and articulate an annual communication plan that aligns with the institution's strategic objectives.
• Promotional Material Management:
o Edit, update, and produce promotional materials and publications, including brochures, videos, social media posts, and other marketing content.
• Press Releases Preparation:
o Prepare and distribute press releases to inform media and the public about the institution's activities, achievements, and initiatives.
• Event Organization:
o Organize communication events such as open days, press conferences, savings weeks, and consumer weeks, acting as the institution's representative and interface with external stakeholders.
• Advertising and Branding:
o Ensure that the institution's advertising and branding efforts are adequate, consistent, and enhance public awareness.
• Media Inquiries Management:
o Address inquiries from media representatives and other parties, providing accurate information and promoting positive engagement.
• Media Coverage Tracking:
o Monitor and track media coverage of the institution and follow industry trends to assess impact and inform future strategies.
• Communication Reporting:
o Prepare and submit regular communication reports detailing activities, outcomes, and insights to stakeholders and management.
• Consultative Meetings and Shows Organization:
o Organize consultative meetings, press conferences, and appearances on TV and radio shows to disseminate information about the institution's activities and achievements.
• Article Writing:
o Write articles highlighting the institution's achievements, initiatives, and community impact for various communication channels.
• Concept Note Development:
o Develop concept notes related to communication activities to guide implementation and ensure clarity of purpose.
• Additional Duties: 
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor to support the overall communication strategy and objectives of the institution.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience, and Technical Skills
• Minimum of bachelor's degree in communication, Journalism, any other related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant working experience in communication, media and/or public relations is eligible
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Accountability and Risk management skills
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and or French knowledge of Swahili is an added advantage
• Track record of high ethical standards and responsibility towards duty
• Ability to understand and apply fundamental concepts and principles related to investigating facts, gathering and packaging of information for effective delivery to audiences

Required competencies
Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusiveness, Communication, Client/citizen focus, Professionalism, Commitment to continuous learning, Time management skills, Results-oriented, Digital literacy skills, Ability to develop coordination mechanisms and information sharing platforms, Ability to develop and implement communications initiatives using appropriate tools and channels, Creative thinking skills and solution-oriented attitude, Knowledge of online communication tools with special emphasis in audio-visual production and dissemination

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Communications/ Public Relations jobs in Rwanda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Sunday, December 01 2024
Duty Station: Kigali
Posted: 27-11-2024
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 27-11-2024
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 27-11-2070
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