Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 15, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Communication Assistant

JOB PURPOSE
To perform general administrative and some specialised communications processes that support the creation of communications content and the delivery of communications services aimed at maintaining and enhancing WFP’s visibility and reputation and supporting fundraising activities.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in one or more of the following disciplines: Mass Communications, Business administration, social sciences or a field relevant to agricultural value chain management.

Experience:
• At least five years of experience in media and communication Fields, either in private sector enterprises or in non-profit value chain related projects, with a strong exposure to the private sector. Experience in drafting media documents and liaising with stakeholders from the private and public sector. Experience with relevant and/or other humanitarian/development organizations or in the commercial agriculture or media fraternity.

Languages:
• Fluency (oral and written) in English and Swahili a must.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
• Assist in the development of communication strategies and content for FtMA Tanzania.
• Collect visual content and narratives through field visits (photos, videos, farmer stories) and assist in creating creative, high-quality content (posts, videos, images), visibility materials for all social media platforms to engage target audiences, build brand awareness and increase number of followers, write and edit copy/scripts incorporating the FtMA voice and style and make translations as required.
• Conduct weekly media monitoring and prepare reports as requested including documentation of best practices, testimonials, successes, and field experiences in line with the project key objectives.
• Assist in providing timely information and content to be used in the production of FtMA Tanzania country briefs and presentations to promote and inform stakeholders including private sector partners about FtMA’s activities as well as coordinate the collection of relevant data from partners that is required to produce timely and accurate reports to donors and other relevant stakeholders
• Support the implementation and operationalization of the Farm to Market’s Alliance communication package, including social media messaging, articles, proposals, press releases, & media messages.
• Work in close collaboration with counterparts to align activities and ensure a coherent approach to communications within FtMA Tanzania.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE
• Resourcefulness, analytical, initiative, maturity of judgment and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate for this position must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision as well as in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong relationship-management skills, with experience in coordinating between various stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, ability to follow up on pending tasks to ensure their completion in a timely manner.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS:
• Excellent drafting, communication and presentations skills in English.
• Experience in compiling high quality documents; and/or liaising with legal counterparts in developing working documents. Editing experience in English desirable.
• Excellent analysis and computer skills, particularly in MS Office.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities and monitor own work plan with minimum supervision in close coordination with the geographically diversified FtMA team.
• Solid operational skills including problem solving and project management skills, including ability to work and deliver projects proactively and under pressure.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:
• Assisting the FtMA Coordinator in developing a communication strategy for FtMA Tanzania.
• Improved communication tools and products (video, audio, visual, written) for FtMA Tanzania.
• Proposed and tested new channels for farmer service centres, implementing partners and other stakeholder engagement including social media pages, websites.
• Film and disseminate documentaries about FtMA Tanzania Farmer Service Centre model incorporating the FtMA voice and style.
• Assisting in developing the FtMA Tanzania country briefs, newsletters, and media content.
• Reviewed and updated project reports (monthly and quarterly).


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Only qualified Tanzanian candidates should apply for this position.
All the applications should be submitted through e-recruitment portal. Hand delivered applications will not be considered.



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