Job Opportunity at SUA-APOPO Rodent Research Project, Public Relation Officer II

Applicants are invited from qualified Tanzanians to fill vacant positions at SUA-APOPO RODENT RESEARCH PROJECT.

POSITION: PUBLIC RELATION OFFICER II (I POST) MOROGORO

POSITION SUMMARY

The successful applicant will be supporting the Communication Manager in the management of a wide non – profit communications, fundraising, campaigns in line with the strategic goals of the project.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor Degree in Mass Communications, Public Relations or equivalent from a recognized institution

Excellent spoken and written English and Swahili

Experience working in non-profit sector writing, editing and proof -reading skills

Experience in communications, donor relations, public relations and or media relations

Knowledge in database management and analysis

Ready to work with multicultural teams

Strong problem-solving skills with ability to be resourceful, proactive and seek assistance as needed

Strong organizational, planning and time management skills with ability to oversee multiple tasks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To support the maintenance of the SUA APOPO website and internal

Support the HeroRAT adoption program, customer care and other donor site overseen by the marketing team

Support Media relations

Help to refine Communication policies and maintain a clear messaging framework

Participate in marketing meetings with communication manager in order to refine and review strategies and current projects

Liaise between project staff and the public to arrange tours in advance, manage logistics and notify respective parties of the costs, meeting points, timeframes and language needed etc.

Keep donors and the general public informed about the happenings at SUA APOPO, drafting newsletter and scheduling social media posts

Perform any other related tasks as may be assigned by other departments through the Communication Manager

 

TERMS OF CONTRACT: Contract will be for 1 year (including a 6-month probationary period) and is renewable depending on the performance and funding

AGE: Not above 45 years old

SALARY: As per Treasury Registry Salary Circular No. 6 of 2015 which is applicable at the moment

HOW TO APPLY

The application letters should indicate names and addresses of THREE REFEREES, together with CERTIFIED COPIES OF ACADEMIC CERTIFICATES and TRANSCRIPTS, furthermore the applicant must submit a copy of BIRTH CERTIFICATE, a signed and updated CV and other testimonials.

All applications should be addressed to the 

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE),

P.O. BOX 3000,

CHUO KIKUU, MOROGORO