Job Description

Communications Officer 

Building on the development of Senior and Junior Secondary lesson plans, Mott MacDonald (SL) Limited through its Leh Wi Lan program, is introducing the role of Communications Officer to Strengthened capacity of the system and to plan, deliver, monitor and be accountable for Free Quality School Education (FQSE)

Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our organization. We promote equal opportunities and have initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture. We are especially keen to hear from female applicants to create a gender balanced team. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

This role is funded by and contracted through FCDO’s Sierra Leone Secondary Education Improvement Programme.

Job description

Job title
Communications Officer

Salary range
Negotiable, contract position

Time commitment
Full time, contract position

Location
Based in Freetown

Travel
The position requires extensive travel to the districts.

Start date
As soon as possibleMust be available to start immediately, recognizing notice period for any current employment

Report to
Deputy Team Lead

Example duties and responsibilities
Support preparation and dissemination of engaging and informative communications products which may include (but are not limited to) success stories, case studies, evidence briefs, leaflets, fact sheets, infographics and audio-visual products such as short promotional videos;Help plan and deliver activities and events aligned to the workplan and ensure programme milestones are achieved;Develop budgets and workplans for activities; Coordinate regional and national level events; Ensure that all programme communications adhere to FCDO UK aid Branding Guidelines and to Mott MacDonald’s Branding Guidelines;Ensure that all photographs and other images are securely stored as per Mott MacDonald guidelines alongside the necessary permissions and credits;Create and maintain a searchable database of high-quality photographs suitable for use in communications/promotional materials;Manage the programme’s social media accounts;As required, update content on the programme Knowledge Platform and provide documentation for MBSSE website;Work effectively with MBSSE at all levels and development partners to ensure effective institutionalisation and transition of processes, initiatives, lessons learned beyond the life of Leh Wi Lan. Support Capacity Building of MBSSE and TSC Communications team and Working Group

Closing date
Applications for must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS  13^th March 2022

How to submit
Please click on the link and follow the instructions; APPLY NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED

What to submit
Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including contacts of 3 institutional referees with email Addresses of the HR .Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile

Experience/skills
Strong writing, analytical and creative thinking skills;Proficient in Microsoft Office and with social media platforms;Enthusiasm for learning and for developing new skills in the area of communications in line with FCDO and Mott MacDonald processes.Experience working with national media houses, including print, radio and TV.Experience working on multi-partner programmesAbility to create and maintain detailed work plans, down to hourly logistics as needed (e.g., training workshops, team travel to districts)Ability to understand and create activity budgets and cash flowsAbility to work effectively as part of a team to coordinate across the wider programme and with government and other development partners, building collaborative relationships Strong understanding of and commitment to safeguarding, child protection, equality and inclusion. Experience using a DSLR camera is preferredExperience in social and behaviour change communication is preferred
Mindset
Continuous improvement

Independent and proactiveWillingness to bring about positive changeCollaborative and respectfulWillingness to travel regularly to the provinces

Qualifications
Tertiary degree in a relevant areaAt least 5 years’ practical experience delivering front-line programmes (ideally but not necessarily education) in Sierra Leone
Language
English (professional proficiency)Krio (fluent spoken

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