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Regional Communication Coordinator - ICRISAT

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Job status: Inactive
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Regional Communication Coordinator - ICRISAT

Overview

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Duties and responsibilities

  • Coordination and development of high level written, multi-media and other forms of communication for key audiences with a special focus on partners and donor engagement.
  • Contribute to the production of online newsletter with local, national, and regional achievement.
  • Develop newsworthy traditional and social media content with collaboration with partners and use the organizations social media platforms to pitch news to stakeholders.
  • Organize Media trips to showcase projects in each of the targeted countries.
  • Take, archive, and share photos, videos and presentations of the organizations programs thought the communication channels.
  • Website management including uploading news items, blogs, articles, and upcoming events.
  • Provide logistical support during events, field visits and meetings.
  • Ensure there is proper flow of information on the organization’s work to key external and internal audiences.


Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism or in a related field of specialization with demonstrated in-house media experience or experience in developing engaging newsworthy content for institutional traditional and social media.
  • Be proficient in basic video production and graphic design Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • 5-10 years of experience in communications in the field of research and development.
  • Have a good command of English.


Education, knowledge and experience

  • Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism or in a related field of specialization with demonstrated in-house media experience or experience in developing engaging newsworthy content for institutional traditional and social media.
  • Strong writing, analytical and information synthesis skills, and ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely into newsworthy content whether by written or visual means.
  • Be a strategic thinker who can develop content for both global and local audiences.
  • Sound understanding of agriculture, food and nutrition security, rural development and climate change and demonstrable skills in translating these for a variety of audiences or the ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge.
  • Be politically savvy and culturally sensitive and understand the operating context and culture of country offices and locations.
  • Good knowledge of the media sector, social media platforms and networks.

Terms and conditions

  • This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.

Application process

The application deadline is 16 Nov-2022
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.

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