Communications Manager (Part-time) at Sightsavers

Contract:


9-month Fixed-term Contract


Hours:


Part time, 25 - 28 hours with some flexibility around hours worked.


About the role


We are looking for an experienced Communications Manager with a strong focus on global health and disability inclusion to support Sightsavers' global communications strategy and thematic communications plans. You will collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, support the development of creative content and communication products that are relevant and persuasive, develop an in-depth understanding of our work in Africa and provide on-the-ground communications support to programme teams.


Key duties will include:


Support the delivery of Sightsavers' global communications strategy and thematic plans, including budgeting and reporting
Manage external stakeholders and partners to collaborate on key communications moments, including design and implementation of communication activities
Support the development of creative content and communication products
Provide on-the-ground communications support to programme teams in Africa


Skills and Experience

To succeed in this role, you will need:

Essential


Demonstrable knowledge and experience of delivering global communications strategies, plans and activities
Project management experience and a track record of results in working with a range of organisations and stakeholders
Demonstrable experience working in the international development / humanitarian sector and awareness and strong commitment to social justice
Experience of working in organisations and / or on communications campaigns with a strong focus on inclusion
Experience of designing and managing budgets to deliver communications activities
Strong experience and understanding of inclusive and accessible communication strategies
Experience of managing a team
Experience of working within a global team
Commitment to disability and gender inclusion
Excellent English communication skills and fluency in at least one of these local languages (Swahili, Hausa, Bemba /Nyanja, or Twi)
Agile strategic thinking
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines within strict time constraints
Strong presentational and public speaking skills
Ability to effectively delegate and make decisions
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, within a multicultural context
An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunities for people with disabilities.
Competent user of Microsoft Office 365


Desirable


Working proficiency in spoken and written French is desirable.