Job
Opportunity
Opportunity
Communications
Manager
Manager
World
Vision International (Rwanda) is a child focused Christian humanitarian
organization implementing development programs in 15 Districts of Rwanda.
Vision International (Rwanda) is a child focused Christian humanitarian
organization implementing development programs in 15 Districts of Rwanda.
World
Vision seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced national for
the position of Communications Manager. This position will be
based at the WVR head Office, Kacyiru, Kigali and reporting to the National
Director.
Vision seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced national for
the position of Communications Manager. This position will be
based at the WVR head Office, Kacyiru, Kigali and reporting to the National
Director.
Purpose
of the position:
of the position:
To
develop and implement a communications strategy designed to meet the marketing
and communications needs of a WVR National Office program and the World Vision
Partnership as a whole, enabling the National Office to pro-actively engage all
stakeholders (both internal and external) to increase their awareness and
understanding of the needs of affected children, families and communities and
WV National Office’s response and impact.
develop and implement a communications strategy designed to meet the marketing
and communications needs of a WVR National Office program and the World Vision
Partnership as a whole, enabling the National Office to pro-actively engage all
stakeholders (both internal and external) to increase their awareness and
understanding of the needs of affected children, families and communities and
WV National Office’s response and impact.
The
major responsibilities:
major responsibilities:
- Advice
and support the National Director in his/her leadership and engagement on
matters related to communications. - Lead
the production and timely submission of high quality communications
resources such as photos, videos, situation reports, and newsletters,
annual reports to relevant facts & data to Support and Partnership
offices and other key stakeholders. - Advise
Support Offices, the Global Centre, and Regional Office on national office
context and appropriate messaging and positioning related to WVR program - Promote
a culture of communication in the organisation through engaging staff
using internal communication channels - Support
the National Office by managing/coordinating all communications including
handling media inquiries, facilitating field visits, preparing press
statements and arranging press conference. - Review
and consolidate information in preparing public statement to media during
complex Humanitarian Emergencies or during crises where WV’s operation is
significantly affected. - Identify
sensitive media issues that can affect WV and work with the Regional
Advisor to support senior leadership in responding. - Support
and ensure that all communications to various stakeholders, media and
public are aligned to WV brand. - Liaise
media requests and potential donors to National office as required - Develop
and maintain good working relationships with external stakeholders such as
media, donors, government, policy makers, partners and audiences to
enhance World Vision’s credibility and influence in promotion of
children’s rights - Serve
as the WV Spokesperson where required and as sanctioned by the National
Director representing the WV National Office in communications with line
ministries and media. - Contribute
to the development of national office’s strategy providing expertise
relating to communications.
- Provide
technical communication support to other World Vision Rwanda divisions,
departments and projects in the production of publications in line with WV
Communication Policy - Regularly
updating the World Vision Rwanda website, face book and twitter accounts - Playing
a leading role in organizing World Vision’s major events - Prepare
budget, operating plans and management reports for the department - Do
any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The
following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education,
prior experience or on-the-job training:
following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education,
prior experience or on-the-job training:
- A
degree in Mass Communication/Journalism/Public Relations - At
least five years’ experience in a busy NGO. - Knowledge
of relevant computer/publishing programs( In design, Photo shop, Microsoft
word) - Excellent
Knowledge of photography, video editing and production on development
programmes. - Very
fluent in spoken English - Strong
English writing skills - Energetic,
smart and creative worker. - Cultural
sensitivity to represent World Vision Rwanda in local and international
contexts. - Commitment
to the Vision and Mission of World Vision
Other
Competencies/Attributes:
Competencies/Attributes:
- Computer
literate - Must
be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities - Attend
and participate/lead in daily devotions and weekly Chapel services - Perform
other duties as required
Working
Environment / Conditions:
Environment / Conditions:
- Work
environment:
Office-based with frequent travel to the field
Salary:
- The
salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience:
How
to apply:
to apply:
Should
you wish to apply for this position, please go to http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-rwanda
you wish to apply for this position, please go to http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-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
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.
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)
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 11th May 2016; no late
applications will be accepted
closing date for submission of applications is 11th May 2016; 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
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
