Thursday, November 26, 2015

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Do you want to make a difference?
Do you want to improve the lives of the poor?
If so we want to hear from you.
WorldFish , a member of the CGIAR Consortium, is an international, nonprofit research organization. CGIAR is a global partnership that unites organizations engaged in research for a food secure future. CGIAR research is dedicated to reducing rural poverty, increasing food security, improving human health and nutrition, and ensuring more sustainable management of natural resources. It is carried out by the 15 centers who are members of the CGIAR Consortium in close collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, and the private sector.
WorldFish is committed to meeting two key development challenges: 1) improving the livelihoods of those who are especially poor and vulnerable in places where fisheries and aquaculture can make a difference and 2) achieving large scale, environmentally sustainable, increases in supply and access to fish at affordable prices for poor consumers in developing countries.
A unique opportunity has arisen for gifted individuals to contribute to the mission of the organization.
COMMUNICATION OFFICER
(for WorldFish managed, EU funded Fish Trade Programme)
Overview
The EU funded programme ‘Improving Food Security and Reducing Poverty through intra-regional Fish Trade in sub-Saharan Africa’ is an exciting project with deliverables in line with government commitments made in the 2014 Malabo declaration. The programme is designed to enhance the capacities of regional and pan-African organizations to support their member states to better integrate intra-regional fish trade into their development and food security policy agendas. Focusing on four main trade corridors, in Western, Southern, Eastern and Central Africa, the project is conducting research to strengthen the evidence base for coherent policy development at national and regional levels, support the formulation and implementation of appropriate policies, standards and regulatory frameworks to promote intra-regional fish trade, and strengthen the capacity of private sector associations, in particular of women fish traders, to enhance the competitiveness of small- and medium-scale enterprises engaged in this trade.
The Communications Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing internal and external communication strategies working closely with our  partners. The Communications Officer will provide support for media outreach, publication development and knowledge management. The Communications Officer will monitor and evaluate communications activities so as to provide recommendations on appropriate methods to communicate the activities and programme outcomes for others as well as develop tools for capacity building.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop internal and external communication strategies
  • Oversee the implementation of these strategies
  • Monitor and evaluate communication activities
  • Develop communication materials that support policy influencing
  • Raise awareness of the project and its outputs with policy makers, partners and funder
  • Conduct capacity strengthening on communication for influencing policy
Skill Requirements:
  • At least a bachelor’s degree in Communications or Journalism
  • More than 4 years relevant work experience in communications, media relations, journalism or development communications
  • Strong English language and editing skills required (Please submit writing samples)
  • Media relations experience preferred, with focus on communications for policy influence
  • Experienced in developing working relationships with a range of stakeholders at the local and national level
  • Able to work within tight deadlines and deal with pressure situations
  • Sound judgment, effective decision-making and personal accountability
  • Possess the ability to identify potential issues and provide solutions
  • Reliable, confident and enthusiastic with excellent organizational skills
  • Highly collaborative and team oriented
Desired
  • Knowledge of how gender relations influence the effectiveness of communications in Africa
  • Ability to work in French and/or Portuguese
Timeframe and location
This position will be based at WorldFish’s country office in Lusaka, Zambia, and will involve travel to various countries in Africa. Interviews are expected to be held in Lusaka, Zambia during third week of July 2015, and short-listed candidates should be available to attend.
The successful candidate should be available to commence by 1st September 2015 for an initial 28 months period, with possibility of renewal depending on performance of and funding situation. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Our commitment
WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity of thought, style, culture and experience is valued. We support individual performance and potential in achieving our organizational goals and mission. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information:
  • A cover letter including a 300-word (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate and what you would bring to the role;
  • A current curriculum vitae;
  • Names and contacts (telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses) of three professional referees who are familiar with your qualifications and work experience.
Screening will start on 1st July 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
To apply for this position, please send your application to WorldFish-Zambia@cgiar.org.
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