The International Development Research Centre (IDRC), a
CanadianCrown corporation, supports financially and through capacity-building,
research in developing regions of the world to promote growth and
development.
development.
We are seeking a dynamic professional for the following key
position in our Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa:
Communications and Public Relations Officer
Position #: LEE032
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Salary Range (CAD): Competitive
Duration: Indeterminate
Closing Date: 01/02/13
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Regional Director in Nairobi and in contact with the Director of Communication in Ottawa (Canada), you will act as a communications and public relations expert to increase the visibility of IDRC and its research partners in the Sub-Saharan Africa Region and in Canada.
Communications and Public Relations Officer
Position #: LEE032
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Salary Range (CAD): Competitive
Duration: Indeterminate
Closing Date: 01/02/13
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Regional Director in Nairobi and in contact with the Director of Communication in Ottawa (Canada), you will act as a communications and public relations expert to increase the visibility of IDRC and its research partners in the Sub-Saharan Africa Region and in Canada.
Your main responsibilities will be to
- participate
in the development and implementation of a regional communication plan in
line with IDRC’s overall communication strategy;
- provide
advice to the Regional Director and program staff on public outreach
strategies and how best to communicate research results;
- organize
communications and public relations activities to promote and disseminate
pertinent research results;
- coordinate
media relations and liaise with key regional stakeholders and
decision-makers;
- develop
and present communications and media products to share the research
results; and
- represent
IDRC a various functions.
Candidate Profile
Education
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in communication, journalism, popularization of science and with considerable experience in a research and/or international development environment OR Master’s degree in social sciences or international development with relevant experience in communications and/or journalism
Experience
Position requires at least five years’ track record of relevant communications and public relations work as well as experience in a research-related setting which includes:
Education
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in communication, journalism, popularization of science and with considerable experience in a research and/or international development environment OR Master’s degree in social sciences or international development with relevant experience in communications and/or journalism
Experience
Position requires at least five years’ track record of relevant communications and public relations work as well as experience in a research-related setting which includes:
- preparing
and implementing communications plans to support program and project
activities;
- identifying
and analyzing issues to provide strategic advice regarding communications
and public relations approaches, activities and products;
- building
and maintaining collaborative relationships;
- developing,
writing and implementing a wide range of communications and public
relations products using a variety of media including multimedia, web and
social media;
- organizing
special events and activities to disseminate or promote program and
project information and results;
- coordinating
media relations, representing an organization and acting as spokesperson;
and
- working
experience in French-speaking African regions is an asset.
Language
- Bilingual
position (English/French) requiring oral and written fluency at an
advanced level in both languages
Knowledge
- Sound
understanding of principles and practices of communications, public
relations, marketing and promotions
- Knowledge
of international development and IDRC’s mandate
Competencies
- Superior
interpersonal and interactive communication skills
- Excellent
writing and editing skills including meticulous attention to details
- Strong
analytical, decision-making and project management skills
- Ability
to manage projects while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines, budget
and client needs
- Ability
to partner and network to build and maintain collaborative relationships
with internal and external clients
- Ability
to work effectively in a team demonstrating initiative and creativity
- Ability
to work under pressure and with minimum supervision
- Flexible
and adaptable with ability to respond quickly to unanticipated demands
- Diplomacy,
tact and collegiality
Additional Information
As this is a local hire, rather than an international recruitment, the terms and conditions of employment that apply to our Kenyan support staff will be relevant to this appointment.
How to Apply
Please email your curriculum vitae and supporting cover letter highlighting how your experience, qualifications and skills match the requirements for this position to our Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa at: cprorossa@idrc.ca
We appreciate the interest of all candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As this is a local hire, rather than an international recruitment, the terms and conditions of employment that apply to our Kenyan support staff will be relevant to this appointment.
How to Apply
Please email your curriculum vitae and supporting cover letter highlighting how your experience, qualifications and skills match the requirements for this position to our Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa at: cprorossa@idrc.ca
We appreciate the interest of all candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
