{CCD-GHANA,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 May-2014};

The Afrobarometer Network is looking for an energetic professional to coordinate communications for the network. The Afrobarometer is a research project that measures the social, political and economic atmosphere in Africa through public opinion surveys. The Communications Coordinator will be based in CDD-Ghana.

General Duties:

•   Providing editorial support to the Center
•   Generating and developing articles for the website
•   Making representations on behalf of the Center
•   Helping to strengthen the Center’s social media presence
•   Providing communication support to specific projects

Specific Duties:

•   Work with Afrobarometer National Partners to Disseminate Afrobarometer findings to stakeholders
•   Promote Afrobarometer visibility and policy engagement
•   Develop and implement a communication strategy for the network
•   Train network partners to enhance regional visibility

Other Information:

•   This is a one year, fixed-term appointment with potential for renewal
•   Salary commensurate with skills and experience

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelors degree in Social Science preferably post-graduate degree in Journalism or Communication Studies, five to eight years of related work experience in networking with policymakers such as members of parliament and local government leaders
•   Strong interpersonal and communications skills and demonstrated ability to work in a multi-national environment are essential
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•   Strong presentation and analytical skills
•   The ability to communicate fluently in English is required; French proficiency is a strong advantage, but not required
•   Willingness to travel in the West Africa region, and occasionally beyond, on a regular basis

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application letter with latest CV should be sent to:-

cddghana.org@gmail com

Closing Date: 16 May, 2014

For more information on the Afrobarometer. please visit www.afrobarometer.org

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

One of Ghana’s leading Communication consulting firms in Accra requires qualified persons to fill the following position:- Communications Manager

Responsibilities & Duties

•   Contribute to the development of proposals for communication and reputation management assignments
•   Make presentations on communications proposals, strategies and plans
•   Develop strategies and plan for communication projects
•   Supervise the implementation of strategies and plans
•   Lead client relationship building and management
•   Develop press releases, features, news article etc
•   Write research briefs and interpret research finding
•   Supervise and manage professional communication teams

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A second or good first degree in Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications or Public Relations
•   Significant knowledge and working experience in the indicated field
•   Membership with a professional communication body
•   Must have 5-8 years post qualification experience in Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications or Public Relations
•   Agency experience will be an advantage
•   Practical knowledge in Journalism and Media Relations will be an advantage
•   Strong management skills
•   Ability to multitask

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be addressed to email:-

africahr3@yahoo.com

Or

The Human Resources Consultant
P. O. Box TF. 149,
Trade Fair La, Accra.

Closing Date: 28 March, 2014

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

One of Ghana’s leading Communication consulting firms in Accra requires a qualified person to fill the position of Communications Officer

Responsibilities

•   Offer communication support to assigned clients
•   Gather data on specific client activities to facilitate the development of proposals.
•   Assist in developing communication strategies and plans.
•   Assist with evolving appropriate communications plans to support client activities.
•   Implement approved communications plans
•   Provide support to the communications department in undertaking its assignments.

Remuneration package

•   Attractive
•   Exposure and learning opportunities

Qualities required

•   Excellent communications skills
•   Good writing skills
•   Good interpersonal skills & ability to work well in a team
•   Ability to engage various stakeholders

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of Diploma in Communications. A first degree in Communications or related field will be an advantage
•   Practical knowledge in Journalism will be an advantage
•   Knowledge in Media Relations

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should reach us by Wednesday, 7th August, 2013 and be addressed to:

The Human Resources Consultant
P. O. Box TF. 149, Trade Fair
La, Accra

Or email to:

africahr3@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 07 August, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

One of Ghana’s leading Communication consulting firms in Accra requires a qualified person to fill the position of Communications Manager

Responsibilities

•   Contribute to the development of proposals
•   Develop strategies and plans, particularly for major projects
•   Supervise the development of strategies and plans by relevant communication personnel
•   Supervise the implementation of strategies and plans
•   Lead client relationship building and management
•   Develop analytical papers
•   Provide editorial services
•   Develop and implement research projects
•   Guide the development and implementation of annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly plans and reports
•   Submit quarterly reports on work of the department

Supervision/People Management

•   Coaching of staff
•   Undertake staff assessment
•   Provide advisory services to clients
•   Provide advisory services to the organization
•   Responsible for management of various portfolios of accounts
•   Bi annual evaluation and career development of staff

Remuneration package

•   Attractive
•   Exposure and learning opportunities

Qualities required

•   Excellent communication skills – oral and written
•   Networking skills (Interpersonal skills)
•   Negotiation and Influencing skills
•   Experience in media industry
•   Proven people and project management skills
•   Proven experience
•   Effective implementation of research projects

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of first degree in Communications. A masters degree in Communications or related field will be an advantage
•   Must have a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a consultancy
•   Practical knowledge in Journalism will be an advantage
•   Knowledge in Media Relations

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should reach us by Wednesday, 7th August, 2013 and be addressed to:

The Human Resources Consultant
P. O. Box TF. 149, Trade Fair
La, Accra

Or email to:

africahr3@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 07 August, 2013