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Education
• Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Media Studies, or related fields.
Professional Experience
• Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in digital communications, content strategy, marketing, or media relations.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing communication strategies and managing digital platforms and social media campaigns.
• Proven experience producing high-quality communication products, including articles, social media content, newsletters, knowledge products, and multimedia storytelling.
• Demonstrated professional experience working in Africa or on Africa-focused programs, with a good understanding of the African digital ecosystem, youth innovation landscape, and development priorities.
• Experience collaborating with government institutions, development partners, startups, or innovation ecosystems is an asset.
• Experience working with international organizations, regional institutions, development agencies, or multi-stakeholder initiatives, particularly in programs related to digital transformation, entrepreneurship, or youth empowerment, is an asset.
Technical Competencies
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong knowledge of digital communication tools, social media analytics, and content management systems.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible communication content.
• Experience producing multimedia communication materials (graphics, video, digital campaigns).
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi-country and multi-stakeholder environments.
Attributes
In addition to technical qualifications, candidates must demonstrate the following behavioural competencies:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple communication outputs under tight deadlines.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and accountability.
Language Requirement
Fluency in English and French (written and spoken) is required.
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