Delegation of the European Union to Rwanda Press and Information Officer Job Vacancy in Kigali, Rwanda

The Delegation of the European Union to Rwanda
seeks to employ a Press and Information Officer (Local Agent – Group I).
The post is based at the Delegation offices in Kigali. The incumbent will
report to the Head of Political Section.

JOB CONTENT

Provide the Delegation with reviews of media,
on a daily and weekly basis.
Provide specific press reviews on adhoc basis
for particular subjects.
Provide adhoc political analysis to the Head
of Political Section.
Provide the public with information related to
the EU and related to activities od the Delegation of the EU in Rwanda, in
close coordination with the Heads of sections.
Responsible for the management of the Cultural
Programme of the Delegation.
Responsible for the workplan and for the
budget related to culture and information, as well as for related
expenditures.
Prepare reports as requested, related to
press, culture and information activities.
Manage the website and social media of the
Delegation.
Organise events related to press, culture and
information.
Prepare press releases of the Delegation in
co-ordination with the respective sections.
Maintain relations with the media, and a
database related to the media / culture sector.
Maintain relations with the Cultural Centers,
particularly of Member States.
Develop, in close co-ordination with the Head
of Political Section and other Heads of Sections, the visibility programme
of the Delegation.
Contribute to any tasks related to media,
culture and information, upon request.
Contribute to any important visit from HQs for
aspects related with media.
Organise the distribution of information
material.
Assist the Head of Political Section with any
other duties that may be required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to display an excellent political
understanding of Rwanda, the region and wider current affairs.
Must have excellent networks within Rwanda’s
media sector
University degree in social sciences or Political
sciences with a focus on media/communications or degree in Journalism.
Experience in the field of journalism will be
considered an asset.
At least five continuous years of relevant
experience.
Excellent English, French and Kinyarwanda:
reading, writing, and speaking. Knowledge of other official languages of
the European Union Member States will be considered an asset.
Proven extensive user experience with MS
Office package or similar as well as with internet based services.
Knowledge of the European Union and its
institutions is required.
Excellent team player and should be able to
develop contacts in various sectors of society.
Excellent organisational skills and analytical
qualities.

DURATION

Indefinite contract with a probationary period

REMUNERATION

According to the salary scales of the European
Union and relevant experience.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send their
applications to the attention of the Head of Administration preferably by email
to: DELEGATION-RWANDA-HOA@eeas.europa.eu

Or by hand/post to:

Delegation of the European Union to Rwanda

Att. Head of Administration

1807 Blvd d’Umuganda

PO Box 515, Kigali

Rwanda

Applications should contain the following: (1) A
letter of motivation; (2) Curriculum Vitae; (3) Supporting documents providing
proof regarding educational background and professional experience; (4) Three
references.

The email (or the closed envelope) containing all
supporting documents should clearly mention “Vacancy Press and Information
Officer”. Candidates who have not submitted the required supporting
documents will not be considered.

The closing date for receiving applications will be
12:00 hours, 10 March 2014.

(Only short listed candidates will be contacted).