Job Opportunity
Communications Manager
World Vision International (Rwanda) is
a child focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development
programs in 15 Districts of Rwanda.
a child focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development
programs in 15 Districts of Rwanda.
World Vision seeks to hire a highly
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lified, 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:
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.
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:
- 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:
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:
- 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:
- Work
environment:
Office-based with frequent travel to the field
Salary:
- The
salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience:
How to apply:
Should you wish to apply for this
position, please go tohttp://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-rwanda
position, please go tohttp://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
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.
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)
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 18th August 2015; no late applications
will be accepted
applications is 18th August 2015; 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 check
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 check