Communication Officer at Amani Girls Organization (AGO) Private individual

Amani Girls Organization (AGO) is a Non-governmental Organization, founded in 2004 and registered with registration number 00NGO/R1/00249. For more than 18 years, AGO has been working to build protective and productive resources for children, youth, and families to enable their active participation in community and National development. Strategically, AGO executes programs in Adolescent Health promotion, Education Support, and Social Protection of children, adolescent girls, and young women. AGO commits to advancing adolescent girls’ rights in Tanzania, and supporting marginalized and vulnerable populations (particularly OVCs, Adolescent Girls, and Young Women and their families), through inclusive livelihood and movement building.
Following a new partnership with Stromme Foundation (SF) to support the implementation of 7 years Stromme Foundation Strategic Plan in Tanzania, specifically within the Singida Region. AGO is looking for qualified individuals who will fill in the available vacancy in the current AGO structure. AGO is willing to employ the following positions: –

The Communication officer will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to promote the AGO Adaptive Strategic Plan which is in line with the SF Strategic Plan. The successful candidate will support the identification and preparation of compelling successful stories, highlighting the positive and sustainable impacts delivered in Singida.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication and engagement strategies to advance the AGO Adaptive Strategic Plan which is in line with SF Strategic Plan implementation in Singida.
• Oversee the development and publication of promotional materials including reports, newsletters, web content, press releases, articles, guidelines, organizational brand, products, and services for the Let’s Talk – Adolescent Empowerment Program (BONGA), Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) and Community Managed Savings Groups (CMSG)) project in Singida.
• Create visual and narrative communication materials including presentations, and infographics producing high-quality content that engages the audience and builds AGO and SF brand recognition.
• Develop and implement effective AGO social media campaigns and program marketing strategies.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public relations, or a relevant field.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills to different stakeholders.
• Proven experience creating targeted content is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of communication strategies and techniques.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Must be able to multitask, with excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in using digital communication and collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Workspace, Microsoft SharePoint, etc.).

GENERAL CRITERIA REQUIRED
AGO is an equal-opportunity employer promoting gender, equity, and diversity. Persons with disabilities and other key vulnerable groups are encouraged to apply. Applicants aged 25 – 35 years are given preference. Extensive experience working with OVCs, Youth, and Caregivers, particularly Adolescent Girls and Young Women. Proven competency in working with OVC, ECD, Income and Job Creation, Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG) programs, and Parenting programs. Effectiveness of working with cultural and youth and caregivers’ diversity. Singida resident applicants are encouraged to apply. A valid driving license is an added advantage.

Remuneration
AGO offers a competitive package for selected candidates in line with Salary history, Academic qualifications, and relevant experience.

APPLICATION MODE
To apply, please indicate the position title you are applying for, in the subject line of your e-mail. Applications must include an up-to-date CV with three contactable professional references, a cover letter, and your salary history.

Applications, that Do NOT Include ALL of the required elements, Will Not Be Considered. All Applications Should Be Sent Through E-mail: vacancy@amanigirls.or.tz Electronics applications are encouraged. Arrange all of your applications as a single PDF document.

The subject on your application e-mail should be the title of the position you are applying for. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 22nd May 2024, at 23:59/Tanzania time.