SNV currently seeks a part-time Marketing and Communication Officer for the Ghana EU Trust Fund project. S/he will be responsible for fully developing and implementing the Project’s communication and visibility plan and for supporting the internal and external communication strategy of the project, in order to contribute to effectively branding the project and to enhance communication and knowledge sharing.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the key responsibilities of the Marketing and Communication will include:

• Further develop the project communication and visibility plan and ensure its implementation, in close collaboration with the project team;
• Coordinate the project related communication activities;
• Ensure strong messaging on the project in alignment with the organisation’s strategic goals and the EU communication and visibility standards;
• Produce good quality communication material for the project (photos, videos, etc.);
• Develop and execute dissemination strategies tailored to the EU’s communication and visibility manual and overall project goals;
• Support the organisation of public relations activities, corporate branding and higher visibility of the donor
• Draft messages for different media and audiences (articles, interviews, blogs, press releases)
• Coordinate press and media contacts and references to the project in the press and media; co-write press releases; maintain relations with the local newspapers, TV and radio
• Manage and further strengthen social media accounts; coordinate social media and online media (including blogs)
• Prepare invitations, flyers and promotional material in relation with campaigns for the project and relevant conferences

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s or higher university degree in relevant subject areas including Mass Communication, Journalism or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a communication role, particularly in designing and implementing communication and visibility strategies.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Very good drafting and editing skills; interest in data visualisation.
• Good time management, planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms. Solid digital skills (knowledge of html, web analytics and graphic design software are a plus).
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to convey complex issues in an accessible way.
• The ability to produce content while keeping track of tasks and logistics.
• Interest in data visualisation a plus.
• The ability to take responsibility and work well independently and in team.

Location: Accra

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Closing Date: 29 October, 2019