Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resources Centre) is a non-governmental organisation and non-partisan human rights and development league. The Centre conducts research, policy advocacy, training, as well as citizens’ awareness and mobilization on core human development issues, including agriculture, food security, climate change, human rights, public sector accountability and electoral reform processes.
Job Summary
- We are seeking a creative and proactive Communications Officer to manage the organisation's internal and external communications.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for developing communication strategies, managing media relations, producing content, and promoting the organisation's programs, advocacy initiatives, and public engagements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement communication strategies to promote the organisation's programmes and activities.
- Create engaging content for press releases, newsletters, reports, and publications.
- Manage the organisation's social media platforms and website content.
- Coordinate media engagements, interviews, and press briefings.
- Support advocacy campaigns through strategic communication and public awareness initiatives.
- Document programme activities through photos, videos, and stories.
- Assist in producing communication materials, including brochures, flyers, and reports.
- Maintain relationships with media organisations and journalists.
- Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication channels.
- Provide communication support for events, conferences, and public engagements.
- Mobilise different media houses for participation in HEDA's various programs.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Must have 3-5 years' relevant experience in communications, media, or public relations.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Experience managing social media platforms and digital communication tools.
- Excellent interpersonal and media engagement skills.
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
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