Communications OfficerExpiring Soon!

• Prepare annual work plans and budgets for communication, partnerships and external relations initiatives in line with WWF-UCO objectives
• Support the development and implementation of project communication, partnerships and external relations strategies
• Develop, design and disseminate information and communication materials in line with WWF standards
• Promote the visibility of WWF-UCO programmes with relevant audiences and media platforms, representing the organisation at national and local levels
• Work with the Comm, Marketing and Brand Senior Manager and conservation programme leads to develop and disseminate quarterly bulletins highlighting landscape conservation activities and impact
• Support writing and editing of website stories, social media copy, newsletters, press releases, briefs, talking points and basic multimedia content, with quality control before publication
• Strengthen UCO communications platforms through digital content generation, content planning and calendar management, community management, performance analytics and consistent publishing
• Support delivery of creative, targeted and impactful communication, advocacy and engagement campaigns
• Create strong alliances and networks and support effective partnerships with international, national and local public and private stakeholders
• Support media relations by maintaining media relationships and contact lists, identifying media opportunities, pitching stories and coordinating interviews
• Support the preparation of talking points and speeches for project teams

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Mass Communication (Public Relations/Media Communication) or related field
• At least 3 years' relevant professional experience in communications, preferably in an NGO
• Experience working on information, communication and educational programmes targeting environmental or sustainable development issues with an NGO is an added advantage

Skills & Competencies:

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and website content management tools
• Demonstrated ability in digital and social media management, web publishing/CMS, communications analytics, visual storytelling, editorial writing and editing, and basic design tools (Canva, Adobe or equivalent)
• Skills in project planning and ability to support fundraising and work with donors
• Excellent interpersonal, written, oral and presentation skills; fluency in English and relevant languages spoken in project areas
• Adaptable, able to work with tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities