
Job at Never Again Rwanda : Head of Information and Communication (Deadline: 25 November 2017)
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Head of Information and Communication
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Reporting recruitments Staff directly interacting with this post |
Reporting directly to and Line-managed by the Executive Director The Senior Management Team (SMT), Programme Coordinators, Programme Officers, Programme Officers, Research Fellows, Interns working on supporting communications, Logistics and Administration |
Purpose of Position
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The role of the Head of Information and Communication is to provide oversight of internal and external communication products and initiatives and, lead and develop the organizational communications strategy. The post-holder will be tasked with developing information and communication products for Never Again Rwanda’s (NAR) programming that raises the profile of NAR. To promote Never Again Rwanda’s voice and reputation as a leading peacebuilding and social justice organization, in the media and public sphere, internationally, regionally and nationally. You will be expected to exhibit good judgement to safeguard the privacy and discretion of participants in applying professional codes of conduct when requesting permission from programme participants to take video footage and record confidential information for publicity purposes for use by the organisation. |
Main Responsibilities and Deliverables |
You will be on a steep learning curve, to gain an in-depth understanding of the various programmes’ objectives, input of activities and key events and expected outcomes that Never Again Rwanda is implementing. This will include, Research and Advocacy, Peace building, and Governance, Human Rights, Regional Peace programme Civic participatory rights education, Sustainable Livelihoods and Education. This will require dedicated time to become very familiar with programme reports, annual reports, liaising and learning from key staff in all the relevant thematic programme areas. Overview of Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities
Audio-Visual
Social Media and Website
Public Relations (PR)
(policy and developmental /sectoral) in support of organisational advocacy
Key Success Areas
Time sheet of hours worked and tasks accomplished Organisational Learning and Capacity Building As part of our commitment to organisational learning and in support of understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve. NAR expects all staff members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities, through providing training and presentations that benefit and build the capacity of Never Again Rwanda staff as well as themselves Administrative As part of the office team, assist in general administrative duties. This may include making phone calls, sending invites and on-line publications to NAR stakeholders (local and international partners, civil society organisations, Government agencies, donors, local and international academics and other potential supporters); host visitors, support interns and volunteers. Being tasked to support key large organisational events. Performance-related management As a staff member of the organisation, you will be expected to undertake and manage staff performance appraisal formats (based on tasks and responsibilities undertaken) and complete an accompanying competency format (*how a task is undertaken, behaviour, skills and attitudes) for you and staff under your supervision. This will be undertaken 6-monthly and annually. A work plan of yearly objectives will need to be produced between the line manager and employee at the start of the year in January, after the annual planning of yearly programme activities and events have been completed. The list of responsibilities is by no means exhaustive and the post holder may be requested to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as required. The job description may be subject to regular review and appropriate modification. |
Accountabilities |
Responsible for the management and performance of the various sub-communication teams, the Communications Officer and supporting communication interns. |
Behavioural Competencies |
Organisational Awareness Understands how their job contributes and delivers NAR vision, mission and goals in accordance with NAR values and the organisational strategic plan Planning and Delivery of Work Thinks ahead, managing time, priorities and risks, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard Decision-making Considers the information that is available, identifies options and makes timely decisions Working with Others Takes responsibility to build and maintain positive relationships and value the opinion of others Team Building Works in a participatory and inclusive manner to encourage team support of one another, mentoring, coaching and accompaniment Communicating and Influencing others Presents information and ideas clearly and convincingly, ensuring that messages are understood; and that others see NAR as credible and engage with the organisation Managing Change Is able to be flexible to sustain performance when situations change, workload increases and priorities shift |
PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualification Professional Experience, Knowledge and Skills |
Minimum qualifications: University degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or the equivalent. Essential:
Desirable:
Personal Qualities:
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How to apply:
Interested candidates should send an application letter with an updated Curriculum Vitae in English including 3 names of Professional referees to [email protected]
The deadline for receiving applications is 25th November 2017
Please mention Head of Information and Communication as the subject of your mail application.
*Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.