Communications and Publications Officer

• The specific responsibilities cover production of communication(s) materials and or publications of BasicNeeds-Ghana, and online/ virtual, paper, and other material-based publications.

• The post-holder will lead and as well as coordinate write-ups that inform, educate, and communicate with beneficiaries, collaborators, funders, and the wider public about the work of BasicNeeds-Ghana.

• The Communications and Publications Officer will ensure all media platforms (particularly, the website, LinkedIn, Twitter/ X, Facebook, and Instagram) of BNGh are up-to-date and wider communications with the print and electronic mass media are strong.

• The suitable candidate should have relevant academic and professional qualification(s) and practical working experience in communications and publications. S/he must have exceptional writing skills with an amiable disposition

Key responsibilities

• Maintain physical (paper) and computer-based folders of report files of project reports

• Build and maintain a directory of media organisations and contacts

• Communicate with media personnel on media news relating to the work of BasicNeeds-Ghana

• Contribute to developing Terms of Reference for media assignments and recruitment of suitable resource persons/ firms for media-based assignments

• Synthesise field reports and data into texts suitable for the website, newspapers, and magazines, and other social media platforms (X/twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, & Facebook)

• Undertake field visits to observe, meet and interview project beneficiaries and stakeholders for project progress and impact stories

• Produce audio-visual products (photographs and audios), including brochures, newsletters and magazines that inform, educate, and communicate the work of BasicNeeds-Ghana, it partners and collaborators, and their stakeholders (funders, government, and others).

• Work to uphold the brand image and logo of BasicNeeds-Ghana, ensuring compliance with communication policies and procedures

• As may be required, perform any other duties that you may be called upon to.

Other requirements

Applicants must be willing and committed to working with persons living with mental health conditions, with limited English language literacy and numeracy, in deprived communities, and abiding by safeguarding principles and standards, and with no criminal record. Females are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be ready to start work within three

calendar months from date of notice of offer of employment.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates must submit a letter of application, detailing your suitability and aspirations for the role, and, along with your application, a most recent and concise resume/ curriculum vitae demonstrating your suitability for the job, with both the application letter and resume/curriculum vitae put into a one pdf document, e-mailed to:

info@basicneedsghana.org

Closing Date: 21 June, 2024

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