| Organisational Profile |  Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of the largest private aid agencies in Germany; politically and religiously independent. The organization fights for “Zero Hunger by 2030”. Since being founded in 1962, it has provided funding of EUR 4.46 billion for more than 10,895 overseas projects in 70 countries. WHH bases its efforts on the principle of empowering people to help themselves, which it implements with measures ranging from rapid disaster relief to rehabilitation to long-term development cooperation projects with national and international partner organizations. In Sierra Leone WHH has been implementing development and relief projects since 2003. |
| Project Description | The WHH Sierra Leone country programme focuses on the following sectors:
- Agriculture and Environment
- Nutrition
- Economic Development
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
- Civil society and Social Empowerment
- Humanitarian Assistance
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| Job Title Project Name | Communication and Advocacy Officer Country Office |
| Location | Freetown and regular travels to project locations |
| Contract Duration | One year with prospects for extension |
| Job Purpose | The aim of the position is to act as focal person for both internal and external communication concerning the work of Welthungerhilfe in Sierra Leone. The key mandate for this role is to develop, plan and implement a communication and advocacy strategy, and ensure that the communication/advocacy activities serve WHH SLE programme’s needs and are aligned to the Country Strategy. |
| Line Manager(s) | Head of Programme |
| Tasks/Responsibilities | Duties with own area of responsibility
- Under the supervision of the Head of Programme, and working closely with the Senior Management team, develop, plan and implement a communication and advocacy strategy.
- Reviewing all existing brochures and leaflets prepared by Welthungerhilfe in the country.
- Develop and maintain good links with the media; organize media events.
- In consultation with the IT Officer, manage the landing page of Welthungerhilfe country program, ensure regular posting of information and ensure page is up to date, accurate and compelling.
- Manage the social media accounts (e.g.: Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp).
- Write and produce high quality communication materials, and effectively communicate these across key audiences, while ensuring that they conform to Welthungerhilfe standards and promote the image and objectives.
- Be the focal person for both internal and external communication.
- Liaise with the marketing and communications departments at the head office in Bonn, Germany on the required information for public relations.
- Get familiar with the visibility strategy of Welthungerhilfe as well as donor needs.
- Regularly obtain briefing from the Programmes Department about the status of the projects and requirements of donors in terms of visibility.
- Make regular field visits to ensure that visibility strategy is being complied with
- Produce professional quality pictures, short videos and audios for publishing on social media.
- Conduct interviews with communities and write success stories that can be used in publication materials.
- Preparation of Power Point Presentations and handouts of the current work done by Welthungerhilfe that can also be used in meetings with donors and other stakeholders.
- Assist field teams by giving ideas on useful visual publication materials for communities.
- Train field officers on the professional use of cameras.
- Adhere to the Welthungerhilfe principles and policies as laid down in its constitution and maintain a spirit of cooperation with Welthungerhilfe staff, other NGOs, project partners, local authorities, etc.
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| Experience and Education |
- A university or polytechnic degree in a relevant field.
- Three to Five years’ experience related to the position.
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
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| Languages | Excellent command of spoken and written English, Krio and few prominent local languages. |
| Computer Skills | Advanced knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point and MS Teams. |
| Core Competencies |
- Can think analytically: identify key issues and patterns in complex situations, plan independently.
- Can think flexibly: adapt to situations, consolidate different views and adjust approaches.
- Can manage resources: make decisions aimed at improving processes and performance.
- Is diplomatic: understand other people and display cross-cultural sensitivity.
- Can align with organisational standards and WHH Core Values: show integrity and act in compliance with organisational needs, and priorities.
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| Contact | Please send your Application (CV and Cover Letter, no support documents) to: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Documents once submitted cannot be returned to the applicant. Thus, please do not submit originals. |
| Closing Date | 11th August 2023 |
