Consumers International
About the role:
We are seeking a communications expert in the African region, highly competent and with a track record of securing media coverage in the region. They would have a good grasp of the media landscape in focus countries (Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Mali, Niger, and Nigeria) and ideally be based in one of these countries with fluent English and fluent or advanced French skills. They should have good knowledge of regional and national political contexts.
The consultant would lead on delivery of the project activity ‘building demand for action through media outreach and consumer campaigns’, working together with our project manager based in East Africa, our Head of Communications and Membership and our Members in West Africa and across the continent. The project runs until January 2024.
The consultant will need to both ‘do’ and ‘advise/guide’. They should be adept at translating compelling information into engaging copy for press and have good media links and know-how on press pitching. They will be experienced in working with organisations on media and/or communications capacity building and developing strategies for media campaigns.
How to apply
Contract: Project/Consultancy
How to apply:
Please send your expression of interest (two page maximum) and CV or portfolio to [email protected]. Please detail your experience relevant to the position, your day rate, and expected days needed to meet the deliverables. In sending through your application, please include any examples of work which demonstrate your suitability for the role. Final deadline for expressions of interest: Monday 29 May.
We are open to applications from either an individual consultant or an agency.
Please direct any questions to Project Manager, Davine: [email protected].