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Vacancy title:
Communication Specialist (PRM)

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Management ]

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World Vision International Rwanda

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, September 10 2024

Duty Station:
Within Rwanda , Kigali, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 27 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Communication Specialist

(PRM)

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Communications Specialist, joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Kigali, Rwanda and reports to the Livelihood and Self-Reliance Manager.

Purpose of the position:

The Communications Specialist will coordinate the communications activities of the Kora Wigire PAC program. The specialist will maintain a functional collaboration with the World Vision communication team, Kora Wigire PAC program core leadership, and technical staff for integration purposes. The role will also include direct engagement with the WVR Communications teams, staff of the project consortium organizations, and Local Implementing Partners’ teams to align activities, plans, and strategies. S/he will produce content from program work through literature review and field experiences, reports, and personal/technical assessments/surveys to enhance the visibility of the World Vision and Kora Wigire PAC program’s work to all relevant audiences.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

% of time	Activity
50%	Planning, coordination, and implementation
Generate a communications plan for Kora Wigire PAC program Spear-head the drafting, reviewing, editing, and planning for a wide range of communications products Coordinate communication activities including the collection of data & content gathering from the field to produce stories and documentaries Provide technical assistance on communications for the project Produce communications products including leaflets, brochures, presentations, press releases, banners, and reviews for production communications products created by others within the project. Coordinate the dissemination of communications products from the project Contribute to speech writing and talking points for key officials for important events
30%	Collaboration, Adaptation, and Learning
Ensure overall visibility of Kora Wigire PAC program’s activities and Impact through various communication channels including but not limited to mass media, social media, print and online communication materials Enhance brand presence and awareness of Kora Wigire PAC programs. Contribute to event planning as a key team player including liaising with project stakeholders including ‘Soma Rwanda’ members on key platform events, and other national events involving the project Liaise with the SBCC and Community Engagement Specialists and World Vision’s communications team to link up with the press and offer advice on press outreach, in the framework of the Kora Wigire PAC program.
20%	Monitoring and Evaluation, Learning and reporting
Media monitoring and evaluation including conducting social media analytics to assess the reached audiences and collect feedback. Oversee effective documentation of all the information related to the project successes, innovations, and promising practices and disseminate through appropriate mechanisms. Support the preparation of quarterly and annual reports of Kora Wigire PAC program Review mandatory government reports to ensure quality and accuracy in a timely manner Conduct regular media reviews and share with the leadership, the publications and broadcasts from the media

KNOWLEDGEE /QUALIFICATION FOR THE ROLE
Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification	University Degree (Bachelors) in development communication, mass communication, business communications, journalism, media, communication research, public relations, policy advocacy, or other related fields.
Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications	Master’s degree in development communication, mass communication, business communications, journalism, media, communication research, public relations, and policy advocacy. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda. At least 3 years of relevant experience in communications, public information, advocacy, and outreach activities at the country and/or international level. Good knowledge of organizational procedures and operational environment is an advantage. Should be computer literate in content creation applications including InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and photoshop Should be able to use video and photo cameras in capturing images at different events

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
• Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to:
• https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/jobs/details/Communications-Specialist_JR35253?q=rwanda
• If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.
• All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.
• In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).
• The closing date for submission of applications is 7 September 2024; no late applications will be accepted.
• As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
• Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Info

Job Category: Communications/ Public Relations jobs in Rwanda

Job Type: Full-time

Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, September 10 2024

Duty Station: Kigali

Posted: 27-08-2024

No of Jobs: 1

Start Publishing: 27-08-2024

Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 27-08-2066

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