INTERVENTION

Communication

DESIGNATION

Manager Communications

REPORTING TO

C.E.O

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Communication Managers are in charge of overseeing all internal and external communications for a company, ensuring its message is consistent and engaging.

Strategy: Develop a coherent strategy and work plan for foundation as a whole (internal and external program and corporate facing) working closely with foundation CEO and the leadership team. Continue to drive key messages and audiences for the basis of foundation communications on an ongoing basis.

Corporate communications: Oversee development of the foundation website, email communications, brochures, annual report, social media and presentations at major conferences and forums. Lead PR efforts in foundation and coordinate approaches with other foundation related forums and organizations. Co-develop tailored newsletters (working with relevant parts of the organization) for key external audiences.

Programme communications: Working closely with the PHs, develop and implement a clear and compelling communications journey for foundation teachers, Education Leaders and Functions, to accelerate impact of the core programme. Oversee and track impact of the approach and refine accordingly based on feedback and data.

Strategic communications and advocacy: Design foundation’s efforts to communicate a radically different approach within the sector to education change and reform and align with senior stakeholders and work with CEO and Leadership team to share that agenda at major forums

Internal Communications: work closely with the CEO and Leadership team to develop regular internal updates and perspectives to keep foundation staff fully engaged in progress, and communicate progress and learning

Internal Capacity Building: work with foundation teams across foundation to develop appropriate communications approaches, style guidelines and best practices; support implementation through training and coaching.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Post Graduates in Journalism, Marketing or Communications, English Literature

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

10+ Years in Marketing or Communications

AGE

35+ Years

WORK SKILLS

Knowledge of standards and effective practices across multiple disciplines for education and community development.

Critical thinking capacity and ability to think-out-of the box

Self- starter, proactive in finding solutions

Proven ability to cultivate and steward relationships with partner schools

Learning Orientation: accepts mistakes and continuously seeks new knowledge and skills

Excellent presentation, public speaking, negotiation and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated experience utilizing an influential style of leadership

Strong computer skills, with familiarity in using applications

Organized, team player, self-starter and results-oriented individual

ATTRIBUTES

Analytical: breaks down problems and applies a methodical approach                                                                      

Organized: demonstrates concern for accuracy and detail                                     

Self-motivated: displays interest and persistence in doing the tasks at hand

Integrity: achieves a high level of trust in relationships

Adaptable: Willingness to stay in project locations and undertake field visits to remote rural areas. Values different points-of-view; remains open-minded to change

Service orientation: anticipates and responds to needs of internal and external clients; makes sure needs are met     

NATURE OF JOB

Permanent on payroll/Contract

LOCATION

HO

HOURS OF WORK

8 hours a day and 6 days week