Communications Officer
Organizational Context
UNOPS East and Southern Africa, based in Nairobi, oversees over 250 projects in 40 countries, focusing on fragile settings and advancing national priorities in areas like Climate Action, Health, and Infrastructure. The Zambia office supports the Rural Electrification Authority's ASCENT project, aiming to increase rural energy access through solar systems for public institutions. The Communications Officer will support these initiatives.
Job Purpose
The Communications Officer is responsible for developing and implementing strategic communication plans to support project and programme objectives within UNOPS Zambia. This involves analyzing communication landscapes, managing content calendars, and creating diverse, high-quality materials such as press releases, social media updates, and reports. A key aspect of the role is serving as a primary liaison for external partners and donors, ensuring effective engagement and representation of UNOPS's work and its impact on sustainable development and energy access initiatives in Zambia.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute communication strategies aligned with project goals, analyzing local contexts and target audiences to optimize outreach. Create and manage diverse editorial content, including press releases, social media posts, website content, videos, and fact sheets, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with UNOPS standards. Maintain strong communication channels with donors, clients, and partners, supporting external events and ensuring effective representation. Collaborate with technical experts to produce comprehensive reports and visibility materials. Contribute to knowledge sharing by supporting training sessions and participating in communities of practice, sharing insights from communication activities.
Work Experience
Required experience includes communications, public relations, media, or journalism, along with proficiency in collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, G-Suite) and web-based management systems. Desirable experience includes working in multicultural or developing country settings, humanitarian contexts, and using graphic design or video production tools.
Skills
Communication, Corporate Communications, Internal & External Communications, Social Media Communications, Stakeholder Engagement