Likak Research recruits 01 Media and Communication Officer

Role purpose

The Media and Communication officer will undertake coordinate; manage the implementation of Likak Research media, internal and external communications activities, including blogs, articles and press release around Likak Research clinical activities in West and Central Africa. The post-holder will manage Likak Research, communication, social media and campaign activities.

Scope of role

Reports to: Director of Likak Research

Technical responsibility: writing, editing, communication, quality control and campaign

Key areas of accountability

Strengthen internal and external communications capacity
Ensure that the branding and communication guidelines of Likak Research are uniformly and consistently followed
Increase engagement, visibility of Likak Research activities
Manage the production of high quality communication products (including infographics, factsheets, e-newsletter) and its consistent circulation to internal staff and external stakeholders
Manage the development of internal documents for the different internal communications platforms and ensure its compliance with Likak Research branding guidelines
Regularly update intranet and the Likak Research Website.
Regularly contribute on story ideas to support fundraising efforts
Ensure that Likak Research keys national, regional and global events are communicated
Manage the quality and efficiency of Likak Research Social Media Channels
Strengthen Media Engagement, Organizational Visibility and Branding
Act as a focal point for media requests
Work closely with the Principal Investigators to develop key messages and promote programmatic goals in the media.
Draft newsworthy media releases and reactive statements as necessary.
Develop core materials including Q&A, key messages, case studies, blogs, and talking points.
Build and maintain relationships with key national and international journalists and media outlets.
Ensure proper sign-off of all media materials by Likak Research Managing Director
Support the team and perform other duties and tasks as determined by the line manager.

Working relationships

Internal: Managing Director, Principal Investigators, Human Resources, Executive Assistant.
External: Partners organisations, Donors, Research Participants.

Competencies

Accountability:

Self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently,
Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities

Ambition:

Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and takes responsibility for their own personal development
Widely shares their personal vision, engages and motivates others
Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

Builds and maintains effective relationships, with colleagues, external partners and research participants
Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
Approachable, good listener

Creativity:

Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
Willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

Honest, encourages transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor Degree in Communication or Journalism from a recognized higher institution, with a minimum of 2 years of work experience.
Interest in clinical research and development issues
Proficient computer skills required with Adobe InDesign CS, Adobe Photoshop, Publisher, PPT, and MS office package, layout and design software, applications
Ability to work with people of different culture
Excellent interpersonal skills end ability to work successfully in team environment.
Excellent organizational, communication, publications and presentation skills
Ability and willingness to travel to project’s zones when required
Fluency in French and English

Author: ELD

Application

All CVs and Motivation Letters should be sent to the following email: recruitment@likakresearch.com

Location: Senegal with regular travel in West and Central Africa.

Closing date : 02 March 2022.

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