Bioversity International Communications Analyst Job

About the position

• The Communications Analyst will work with scientists and other communication team members to develop communications products around the Alliance’s work in all countries across Africa.

Key duties & responsibilities

• Support the development of communications content and materials that can take the form of compelling narratives, case studies, multimedia graphics, newsletters etc. for publication to a range of audiences.
• Support with compiling best practices, lessons, and synthesizing knowledge management resources ·
• Format reports, presentations and other technical documents including editing, design, and layout.
• Sharing materials and information across Alliance internal collaboration spaces and communication channels.
• Support in conducting research and collecting data as requested.
• Organization and production of small events and internal webinar discussions.
• Creative photography and videography skills to tell the Alliance story in the region.
• Facilitate the organization of, and participation in, key knowledge-sharing events such as workshops, conferences and exhibits.
• Develop and maintain strategic media relations at the regional and national levels to ensure visibility for the Alliance’s work.
• Working closely with the country leads to implementing the regional strategy.
• Perform any other substantive and/or administrative task that might be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, or related fields. 
• Excellent skills  in photography and videography
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills .
• Prior experience working in an international organization, and in multiple time zones.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team with people in a multi-cultural and multidisciplinary environment, including with external stakeholders, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience and ability to translate complex science into widely compelling and targeted communications stories.
• Able and willing to travel.

How To Apply

•  Applications MUST include reference REF:103496- Intern-IT Operations & Service Desk as the position applied for. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
• Applications closing date: 13th February 2024
• Applications MUST include reference number REF : 103432-COMMUNICATIONS ANALYST as the position applied for. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
• Applications closing date: 7th February 2024