{Indepth Network,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};

INDEPTH is a pioneer in health and population research, providing robust answers to some of the most important questions in development. Through its global network of currently 49 health and demographic surveillance system (HDSS) field sites in 20 countries in Africa, Asia and Oceania, it is capable of producing reliable longitudinal data not about the lives of people in low-and middle-income countries as well as about the impact on those lives of development policies and programmes,

Job Summary

Communication Officer. Vacancy announcement number is IND-CO-2014.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

•   Raise awareness and enhance the positive image of the INDEPTH Network
•   Collaborate with INDEPTH Scientists to translate, package and communicate policy relevant, cross-site research findings in support o! improved health and sociai policy and practice.
•   Develop advocacy and communication strategies to position and promote INDEPTH and specific INDEPTH projects.
•   Acquire bids from external contractors for writing, editing, publication design, web design, audio/video production, translation, printing and mailings.
•   Develop talking points and other media/policy maker briefing materials.
•   Write, update and disseminate fact sheets, press releases and other informational materials.
•   Manage INDEPTH PR efforts, including press conferences, press releases and media relations.
•   Manage INDEPTH’s publications from idea to publication
•   Proof-read or edit presentations proposals, reports, web text and other documents.
•   Identify, generate and manage content ior inclusion on INDEPTH’s website.
•   Participate in communication and policy fora with INDEPTH members and partners.
•   Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Strong communication skills and ability to rapidly analyse and integrate diverse information from various sources, proven ability and in news gathering, writing and editing to very tight deadlines; and understanding of, and experience in, dealing with the media.
•   At least 5 years of experience in journalism, communications or public relations, including experience at the international level.
•   Highly developed communication (spoken, presentation) skills, including the ability to produce a variety of written communication productions in a clear and concise style.
•   A minimum of a university degree in com-munication, journalism, public relations or related field is required. A science background and knowledge of population and health issues will be an asset.
•   Proficient of computer skills, use of relevant software and other applications

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applicants (a signed cover letter and CV) should be submitted by email and indicate the vacancy announcement number to:

Margaret.bugase@indepth-network.org

Closing Date: 30 September, 2014

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jan-2014};

Local and international non-profit organisations are partnering to expand their programme portfolio in Ghana with a particular focus on supporting sustainable fisheries and coastal management initiatives. The following specialist position is expected to become available in early 2014.

Job Summary

•   Will conduct social marketing campaigns in coastal communities concering ways and means to improve the management of the small scale fisheries sector and address other development issues of concern in coastal communities.
•   Prepare outreach materials and events communicating programme results using multimedia approaches including press, radio and web-based media

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred, in a related field with at least 5 years experience working working with press, public media outlets, or in public relations.
•   Skills utilising web-based and radio oriented social media outlets a plus. Strong writing skills required

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send a two-page CV and letter of interest to:-

employeelinks@gmail.com

Closing Date: 07 January, 2014

{Tropenbos International Ghana,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

Tropenbos International Ghana (TBI Ghana), a forestry-oriented NGO, is looking for a Communication Officer for immediate appointment to assist in the overall planning and execution of its communication programme.  Under the direct supervision of the Programme Director, the Communication Officer will develop, coordinate, and implement the TBI Ghana communication strategy and annual work plans to deliver high quality outputs for the dissemination of results of the Programme to target audiences. The officer shall perform the following tasks:

•   Develop and implement the corporate communication strategy and annual work plans;
•   Manage corporate information flow, both internal and external, including the media;
•   Develop communication tools (info sheets, policy briefs, newsletters, posters, etc) for the dissemination of TBI Ghana projects results;
•   Promote TBI Ghana by writing news items,  developing corporate brochures and paraphernalia;
•   Write , edit and prepare documents for publishing, including design and layout;
•   Support the planning, organizing and facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes;
•   Manage the corporate web pages (writing and posting articles and news items on website);
•   Create and manage systems for storage and retrieval of programme information;
•   Assist in fundraising and development of project proposal.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree (MA, or MSc) in communication, journalism, or relevant social sciences, with a working knowledge of natural resource or environmental management.
•   A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in similar tasks or environmental journalism.
•   Excellent writing skills and proven ability to produce quality results.
•   Knowledge of computer applications such as MS Office and web-based management systems.
•   Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
•   Superior network, a real team player and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
•   Excellent command of English language (written and spoken)

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates who will be available for immediate appointment may send their applications marked “Communication Officer” with supporting resume, reliable contact details, and three referees to:-

info@tropenbosghana.org

Closing Date: 26 July, 2013