{Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 May-2014};
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) invites applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated persons to fill the following position:- Senior Corporate Affairs Officer
Job purpose
To support the Communication unit to carry out its mandate of scaling up KAIPTC’s impact through communications
Responsibilities
• Work with staff across departments to support the communications needs; help align messages and coordinate the release of deliverables across depts.
• Work closely with key departments to identify and publicize key activities and programmes.
• Assist in external messaging, overall brand and reputation of KAIPTC.
• Support the draft articles/human interest stories/features/press releases for the KAIPTC internal and external newsletters, website, and other communications products, including key publications.
• Support the coordination, design and production of key communication materials
• Provide media support services.
• Support the organization and coordination of key events.
• Any other tasks assigned within the scope and content of the job.
Qualification Required & Experience
• Master’s degree in International Relations or Conflict, Peace and Security or a related field. Candidate must have minimum 4 years post qualification work experience working in peacebuilding and/or in conflict prevention, management and resolution.
• Work experience in a Corporate Affairs and/or Strategic Communications role with a corporation, consultancy, or public relations agency will be an added advantage.
Competencies Required
• A demonstrated ability to research and good analytical skills.
• Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills/ability to publish.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work effectively with internal/external partners in a multicultural environment.
• Flexibility, responsiveness and ability to manage multiple activities with tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of organizational communication systems and processes.
• Excellent people management skills and openness to feedback, new ideas, and ability to guide team members to find solutions to problems.
• Excellent IT Skills
• French speaking and writing skills is desirable
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Interested applicants are kindly requested to send their CV together with 3 references no later than 22nd May 2014 to the e-mail address:-
hr@kaiptc.org
Closing Date: 22 May, 2014
Please indicate the post reference clearly in the cover letter; otherwise your application will not be considered. Applicants will be short-listed on the basis of their qualifications and work experience. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
The KAIPTC is an equal opportunity employer.