ForAfrika
Communications Officer – East Africa
Description
The Communications Officer – East Africa plays a key role in capturing, shaping, and amplifying thestories of ForAfrika’s work across Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and the Central African Republic. This role is responsible for collecting and developing impactful, evidence-based narrativesand multimedia content that reflect the voices of communities we serve and showcase the effectivenessof our programmes to donors, media, and global stakeholders.
This is a dynamic and field-focused role, ideally suited to a self-motivated communications professionalwith a strong background in humanitarian or development storytelling. The Communications Officer must have a deep understanding of the East African context, excellent writing skills, and a sharp eye forethical, authentic storytelling.
Strategic Content Development
• Lead the creation of compelling, evidence-based narratives that reflect programme impact across East Africa.
• Translate technical programme reports and field data into accessible stories that resonate with external audiences, including donors and media.
• Identify strategic communications opportunities that align with ForAfrika’s mission and advocacy goals.
Field Communications and Deployment
• Coordinate field deployments, including research, planning, and logistics, to ensure efficient andsafe content gathering trips.
• Travel regularly to country offices and programme sites to gather high-quality content (stories, interviews, photography, and videography).
• Uphold ethical storytelling standards, ensuring community voices are represented respectfullyand accurately.
Media Engagement and Brand Visibility
• Cultivate relationships with local and international journalists and media outlets.
• Support the placement of stories and articles that highlight ForAfrika’s impact in the East Africa region.
• Ensure alignment with ForAfrika’s branding and messaging in all external communications.
Capacity Building and Support
• Mentor and coach field-based staff in content gathering and ethical storytelling best practices.
• Support country teams with communication tools, templates, and guidance for consistentmessaging and content quality.
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