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The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Communications Specialist

Overview

This position is actively involved in producing and implementing communications outputs and activities. The position will be funded by projects.

Duties and responsibilities

Summary of responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies and tactical plans including messaging, budgets, action plans and performance metrics.
  
• Plan and produce content such as publications, articles, web content, social media content, media releases, infographics, videos, photography, newsletters, presentations and event related content.
  
• Manage events including planning, marketing, implementation, and reporting on results.
  
• Support coordination of media interactions, under the guidance of the COE media team.
  
• All production be undertaken in coordination with and using the resources of the COE communications team and consultants.
  
• Produce analytical reports on the performance of all communications activities as agreed upon.
  
• Undertake other communication activities as agreed upon - All activities are undertaken in coordination with and using the resources of the COE team and consultants.
  
  

  Other Responsibilities
  

  • Identify and mitigate potential risks within your work area
    
  • Take reasonable care of own occupational health and safety and that of others as obliged by CIFOR-ICRAF’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and cooperate with CIFOR-ICRAF in complying with requirements under any statutory health and safety provisions of relevant Country laws.
    
  • Participate in (insert team as appropriate) projects as may be required.
    
    
    

    Education, knowledge and experience

    • Degree in communications, journalism or a related field, or equivalent working experience.
    • Excellent French and English language skills (both verbal and written).
    • Proven proficiency in Portuguese and Spanish an advantage.
    • A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in strategic communications planning, messaging, and monitoring.
    • 3 years of full-time experience writing, editing, and interviewing digital and print media, video production or broadcasting.
    • Proven ability to manage communication activities.
    • Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
    • Excellent understanding of different communication formats and channels and strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media.
    • Proven ability to coordinate content contributions within a team and/or across teams; ability to build strong working relations with counterparts worldwide.
    • Background and understanding of environment, climate, forestry or related subject areas and science communications.

      Personal attributes and competencies

      • A self-motivated and talented communications manager.
      • Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills.
      • Superior project management and time management skills
      • Strong knowledge of communication practices and techniques.
      • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
      • Flexibility and ability to work effectively across different time zones.
      • Attention to detail and focus on quality output is essential.
      • Reliability and persistence.
      • Proven ability to work well under pressure and manage a high workload efficiently
      • Be able to manage multiple projects and proven ability to keep track of multiple deliverables at once.
      • Be a team player and have outstanding interpersonal skills.

        Terms and conditions

        • Terms and conditions
        • This is a consultancy position.
        • Period of the consultancy is expected to be one year.
        • Work location: Yaoundé Cameroon, Kinshasa Democratic Republic of Congo or home-based with travel required, negotiable.
          To apply, please visit our career site at: https://www.cifor.org/careers
          To learn more about CIFOR-ICRAF, please visit our websites at: https://www.cifor.org and www.worldagroforestry.org
          CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity – Applications from women professionals are encouraged.
          CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.

          Application process The application deadline is 09 Jan-2023
          We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.