Communications Coordinator at World Vision International Rwanda: (Deadline 3 March 2024)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Communications Coordinator
World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.
World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Communications Coordinator, joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, and reports to the Communications and Public Engagement Manager.
Purpose of the position:
The purpose of this position is to provide communications support to World Vision Rwanda to enhance the visibility of World Vision Rwanda’s projects. The Communications Coordinator will act as a right-hand person to the Communications & Public Engagement Manager, helping to execute communication strategies, maintain a positive public image of the organization, and ensure effective communication both internally and externally. He/She will play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the communications department. The expected results will be enhanced visibility, brand promotion, and communications quality assurance support at World Vision Rwanda, to effectively demonstrate the organization’s impact on the lives of the most vulnerable and deepen its commitment to them.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
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% Time |
Major Activities |
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30% |
Strategic Planning support:
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30% |
Content Creation:
Internal Communications:
Digital Media Management:
Brand Management:
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10% |
Media Relations:
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15% |
Event Coordination:
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15% |
Supervisory role:
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KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE:
Required Professional Experience
- Proven experience of above 5 years in communications, media relations, or a related role.
- Proficiency in videography, photography, and graphics designing.
- Experience in utilizing visual storytelling to enhance communication strategies.
Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda.
- Proficiency in multimedia content creation and digital platforms.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Passion for humanitarian work and a commitment to World Vision’s values.
Travel and/or Work Environment Requirement
- This position will be based in Kigali. It might require work field visits to communities across Rwanda sometimes.
- Should be physically healthy.
Language Requirements: Should be fluent in English and Kinyarwanda
Salary: The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
N.B: We highly encourage female applicants to apply.
How to apply:
If you are interested in applying for this position, kindly visit:
If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.
All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.
In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know at wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).
The closing date for submission of applications is March 3, 2024; no late applications will be accepted.
As a child-focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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