International Communications Manager
Tostan
Location: Dakar, Senegal
Last Date: May 8, 2011
Tostan is a Senegalese-born non-profit organization dedicated to educating and empowering Africans who have had little or no access to formal schooling. Tostan's community-led programs have resulted in thousands of villages deciding to abandon the practices of female genital cutting and child marriage, increase formal education of children, use problem solving and literacy skills to generate income and further develop local economies, and incorporate regular healthcare. This vibrant organization is rapidly scaling its successful model across Africa. In order to raise its profile with partners and global stakeholders, Tostan has created a new position for an International Communications Manager.
Reporting to the Director of External Relations, the International Communications Manager leads and mentors a dedicated team raising Tostan's public relations, marketing, communications and brand to the next level. Working closely with the Executive Director, the Manager develops and facilitates buy-in on a communications strategy and action plan. Building on Tostan's strengths, this leader manages and coordinates all relevant activities internationally, leveraging proven best practices and techniques, as well as emerging trends, technologies and social media.
As the ideal candidate, you have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and at least five years of experience in communications or public relations. An outstanding communicator, you are known for your writing and editing skills in both French and English. You enjoy traveling and leading an international, multicultural team. As a true mentor, b uilding the capacity and skills of those around you is second nature. You thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, and manage multiple projects effectively. You understand how to navigate and influence within the non-profit sector; previous experience in international development, community-led development, or human rights in developing nations would be an asset.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Create a communications strategy and plan that supports Tostan's operational strategy, and work closely with the executive team to facilitate final approval and disseminate the communications plan throughout the organization.
• Lead all communications activities, including international public relations, media relations, branding, marketing, and coordination of conferences to maximize impact with other organisational priorities, including fundraising and programs.
• Develop and mentor communications staff and volunteers to improve the internal communications function and facilitate adoption of key communications behaviours.
• Plan, produce and disseminate Tostan's marketing collateral, including online and print publications and presentations.
• Leverage emerging trends, technologies, and social media, in additional to more traditional platforms, to raise Tostan's profile in key areas.
• Manage Tostan's small but significant role in advocacy on key issues.
• Develop a cohesive international brand that reflects Tostan's values.
• Support and coordinate activities related to program and internal communications.
• Leverage existing assets, including an extensive database of donors, committed supporters, high level contacts and press relationships.
Key Relationships
• Direct supervisor: Director of External Relations
• Works closely with the Executive Director and Communications Advisory Board.
• Manages a team of at least two staff and two volunteers on site, and additional staff and volunteers located throughout the organization.
Location
The position is located in Dakar, Senegal, in Tostan's international office. International travel is required.
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