Information Officer: Local NGO Zimbabwe

The purpose of this job is to promote the visibility of the organisation’s work, programmes and resources through various means of communication and to provide administrative, policy & research support to staff on the overarching goal and core themes of the organisation.

Principle responsibilities
–    Review, support, maintain and manage electronic, manual communications and information effectively within the organisation and externally with partner organisations
–    Assist in research and administration tasks
–    Spearheading the information management and research component of the program
–    Assist in maintaining and updating the website
–    Produce an electronic newsletter with support/input from staff, members and board
–    Explore, establish and manage ICT platforms
–    Contribute to overall organisation support regarding internal/ external communication with partners,

Research / Evidence
–    Assist in the collation of research/good practice that will be used to influence key areas of work and policy responses
–    Review and maintain the electronic resource/library on the website and promote this as a resource to partners.

Database
Maintain and update database containing contact details for members and external partners

Skills
–    Be flexible and adapt to organisational needs and ways of working
–    Excellent written and oral communication skills
–    Ability to meet tight deadlines
–    Proficient in computer skills
–    Research skills

Qualifications/Experience
Should possess a relevant qualification in a social sciences field. A Degree will be an added advantage .The applicant should have proven experience in communication and Zimbabwe’s media field.

To apply
Interested applicants should submit their CV and motivational letter with an indication of expected salary to: informationofficer2013@gmail.com
Application deadline: 10 November 2013
Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted.